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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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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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So I think it opens people’s willingness to vote Republican just to try something new, which is desperately needed.”

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James Harden was succinct in his praise for Leonard’s willingness to continually work on his body.

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But sadly, the federal government’s willingness to violate federal and international law with impunity didn’t begin with Trump.

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Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Putin's comments indicated a willingness to engage in direct talks with Ukraine about not striking civilian targets.

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willingly ready, willing, and able

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