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willing

/ˈwɪlɪŋ/ adjective B2
  1. Ready to do something, particularly something that requires change or effort; not objecting. · If my boyfriend isn't willing to change his drinking habits, I will split up with him.
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Like most quiet folks he liked talkative people when they were willing to do the talking themselves and did not expect him to keep up his end of it.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 20 · C1
And, since you seem to want her, I suppose I’m willing--or have to be.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 60 · C1
Lynde you must and shall and you’ll stay here in your room until you can tell me you’re willing to do it.”
Anne of Green Gables, p. 70 · C1
But she’ll stay up there until she’s willing to apologize to Mrs.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 71 · C1

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