Etymology
Origin of impetuosity
Example Sentences
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Bellingham, for all the impetuosity that could - and should - have seen him sent off on Monday, is a generational talent, while Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly has demonstrated he is a natural at this level.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2025
The Friar is equally alert to the danger inherent in such impetuosity: “They stumble that run fast,” he cautions as the lovers hurtle toward the abyss.
From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2023
As Violetta’s lover, Alfredo, the agile tenor Dominick Chenes is suitably dashing and mercurial, well matched to Mpofu in strength and impetuosity.
From Seattle Times • May 7, 2023
These people having no towns, all their wars are carried on with eagerness and impetuosity.
From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023
“It is for me,” I said with the impetuosity of youth.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
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