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willingness

[ wil-ing-nis ]

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noun

consent or readiness to do something:
The majority of the neighborhood’s older residents were employed, and younger people showed a willingness to work but often could not find jobs.
an inclination or preference: The country has shown no sign of willingness to make concessions.
We admire her willingness to stand up for what she believes.
The country has shown no sign of willingness to make concessions.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of willingness¹

willing ( def ) + -ness ( def )

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"Recipe development in today's world is enveloped in inspiration from other cooks, cookbook authors, food bloggers and content creators," she said, adding that the "willingness to share receipes" is what she loves about baking.

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Redstone’s apparent willingness to appease Trump has sparked sharp protests within the company.

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"Grace has ability, athleticism, and an incredible willingness to learn. Everyone talks about it," says Shillingford.

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Poilievre had to fend off criticism from political rivals that he is "Trump lite", with his combative style, his vows to end "woke ideology", and willingness to take on the "global elite".

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Any willingness to placate the president could have the “60 Minutes” journalists and producers looking over their shoulders as they try to do their jobs.

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Related Words

willingly ready, willing, and able

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