willing

[ˈwɪlɪŋ]

Definition:
1. The act of making a choice.
2. Disposed or inclined toward.
3. Not brought about by coercion or force.

Use 'willing' in a sentence:

• 1. People would willingly pay more for better services.
• 2. The captain was not willing to risk taking his ship through the straits in such bad weather.
• 3. You have to be willing to get to know yourself and your partner intimately.
• 4. The Democrats are willing to meet the president halfway.
• 5. The landlord was willing to accept us as tenants.
• 6. Neither party is willing to compromise and herein lies the problem.
• 7. Few firms will be willing to gamble on new products.
• 8. Private firms are willing to make large scale investments to help cure Russia's economic troubles.
• 9. Although he had had no formal engineering training he was a natural and willing pupil.
• 10. The boatman was willing to risk ferrying them across.
• 11. They were less willing to be spoon-fed doctrines from Japan.
• 12. There are, of course, questions which she will not be willing to answer.
• 13. She's very willing.
• 14. He was both willing and able to subordinate all else to this aim.
• 15. He's looking for a job and he's willing to do anything within reason.
• 16. They have not used this article before, but they are willing to hazard a try.
• 17. No bank would be willing to underwrite such a loss.
• 18. She was willing to bend the rules in Mary's favour.
• 19. He is an affable man, always willing to stop and talk.
• 20. Lorna found that people were willing to open up to her.
• 21. She is willing , yet unable.
• 22. He is always willing and eager to do extra work.
• 23. We are willing to advance the money to you.
• 24. We're willing to state for the record that it has enormous value.
• 25. Are you willing to vouch for him?
• 26. He was watching her fixedly, willing her to look at him.
• 27. The military now say they're willing to hold talks with the political parties.
• 28. If you are never willing to chance your arm, but always play for safety, you will not get very far.
• 29. She has signalled (that) she is willing to stand as a candidate.
• 30. She is willing to help, but she's out of funds at present.
• 31. You can mock, but at least I'm willing to have a try!
• 32. ‘Will you help me? ’ ‘Willingly. ’
• 33. She's always willing to help out.
• 34. They keep a list of people (who are) willing to work nights.
• 35. No other organization was able or willing to take on the job.
• 36. Jane was willing to accompany you to the park to go out for a walk.
• 37. Neither is willing to give ground.
• 38. If you're willing to sell, we'll buy.
• 39. Anyone willing to assist can contact this number.
• 40. He doesn't work well, but he's always willing.
• 41. I'm willing to help, within limits.
• 42. I'm willing to give it a shot.
• 43. I'm perfectly willing to discuss the problem.
• 44. They were willing to serve the fatherland in its hour of need.
• 45. I'm willing to be an ox serving the country all my life.
• 46. He was invariably willing to discuss the possibilities hypothetically.
• 47. In his letter he indicated to us (that) he was willing to cooperate.
• 48. And the newcomers provide a willing hand for jobs others may spin.
• 49. He was willing to sacrifice his happiness on the altar of fame.
• 50. While I am willing to help, I do not have much time available.
• 51. Have the party on a Saturday, when you can get your partner and other willing adults to help.