Example Sentences

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My dad would always say, “When you meet people, get your hand out first to shake their hand,” because it shows keenness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

But Oedipus’ strengths — the keenness of his mind, his heroic commitment to truth and transparency — mustn’t be overlooked.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025

Desmond states a keenness to offer a contract extension but stops short of saying that he actually put anything on the table.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

And the brothers’ keenness on following “Talk to Me” with future features is clear.

From New York Times • Aug. 2, 2023

He believed that Max knew how he felt, and once more before he died he wanted to talk with him and feel with as much keenness as possible what his living and dying meant.

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright