as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
as soon as the gates to the concert area opened, enthusiastic fans rushed to get the best seats
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Recent Examples of enthusiastic
Those tariffs are expected to be announced Monday, though markets seem enthusiastic the announcement won't be too harsh.
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Jj Kinahan, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Whitmer's response to the meeting wasn't as enthusiastic.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2025
Prince William's enthusiastic soccer celebration with Prince George went viral on social media as the pair experienced joy at their favorite team taking the lead followed by a heart breaking final score.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Sell-side analysts are not enthusiastic about the sector, citing OPEC+’s production increases and the intensifying trade war, which are putting pressure on oil prices.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2025
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Jj Kinahan, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Whitmer's response to the meeting wasn't as enthusiastic.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2025
Prince William's enthusiastic soccer celebration with Prince George went viral on social media as the pair experienced joy at their favorite team taking the lead followed by a heart breaking final score.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Sell-side analysts are not enthusiastic about the sector, citing OPEC+’s production increases and the intensifying trade war, which are putting pressure on oil prices.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for enthusiastic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiastic
Adjective
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Kolache fans headed to Florida's Gulf Coast shouldn't get too excited yet, though.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2025
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His new kick-change has been a nice weapon against lefties and Taillon is excited about the pitch.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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El Monte resident Jen Venegas is an avid fan of the local library.—
Victoria Ivie,
Oc Register,
12 Apr. 2025
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An avid antiques collector, David Kerr, who’s based in Florida, relishes the history in the home.—
Colette Coleman,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Taylor, a charming extrovert who can make anyone feel comfortable, is eager to help Avery find new friends and learn to flirt with women.—
Diya Chacko,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2025
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Confidence in core institutions is badly shaken, and many Americans are eager for leaders who can restore stability and uphold fundamental rights.—
Marc Lester,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Most of the protests have focused on President Donald Trump's policies and Elon Musk's sweeping federal cuts, of which Greene has been an ardent supporter.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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The iconic singer was shot and killed in 1995, and this somber milestone was not missed by many of her most ardent supporters.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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How to know when your dog is agitated Identifying an anxious or aggressive dog can be tricky, as negative and positive emotional indicators can often be confused.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Fed chief said Wednesday the central bank can be patient while assessing data on inflation and employment, which are its dual mandates, while anxious consumers and businesses eye potentially prolonged economic instability.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In footage shared with Newsweek by Ring, the super smart pooch can be seen quite literally knocking on the door with his paw, evidently keen to be let back into the house.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Cricket administrators in Seattle had also been keen, despite not yet having built the requisite infrastructure for the Orcas, the city’s MLC side.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Enthusiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiastic. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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