as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
Tom was eager to try out his new pair of skis
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Recent Examples of eager
This was especially appreciated by the United States, a major funder eager for a labor-intensive project because the workforce would be paid in local currency.
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Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 21 Feb. 2025
The 2006 film — based on the book of the same name by Lauren Weisberger — follows Andy Sachs, a recent college graduate, eager to pursue a career in journalism.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 21 Feb. 2025
Over the past couple of years, markets have delivered exceptional returns, leaving many feeling optimistic and eager to take on more risk.
—Andrew Rosen, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Advertisers seemed eager to evoke a smile or recognition, and then get off the stage.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
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Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 21 Feb. 2025
The 2006 film — based on the book of the same name by Lauren Weisberger — follows Andy Sachs, a recent college graduate, eager to pursue a career in journalism.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 21 Feb. 2025
Over the past couple of years, markets have delivered exceptional returns, leaving many feeling optimistic and eager to take on more risk.
—Andrew Rosen, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Advertisers seemed eager to evoke a smile or recognition, and then get off the stage.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eager
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eager
Adjective
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One of Ritchson’s co-stars who was excited to see the massive throwdown between Reacher and Paulie was Maria Sten, who reprises her role as Francis Neagly—Reacher’s former fellow solider and closest confidant—in Season 3.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Was texting Lauren and Kasey today and talked about our trip to Philly in March, so excited for that.—
Elise Devlin,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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An avid dancer and photographer, Dondé likes to incorporate his artistic passions into his bar offerings, often naming creative libations after his most beloved tunes and entertainers.—
Kristin Tablang,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The victim’s 15-year-old daughter Alisha told The News her father was an avid fisherman.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Sit at the counter and watch the enthusiastic chefs at work.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Jones has sounded less than enthusiastic about the prospect of facing Aspinall ever since the Englishman put himself in line for the next shot by capturing the interim heavyweight title.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Socially anxious and snobby, Victoria is dedicated to keeping her three children on the same affluent life path she's followed.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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That is a disconcerting, even chilling prospect for sources in the news division, who see the legendary house of Murrow and Cronkite caught in the middle as controlling Paramount Global shareholder Shari Redstone is anxious to close the transaction.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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Rosanna Fiedler, founder of the one-year-old brand Wyld Box Jewelry, creates adornments with the artistry of a sculptor and the vision of a keen vintage jewelry connoisseur.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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As a keen music lover, Lowson decided to sing for the residents using the nursing home's karaoke kit.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Eager.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eager. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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