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