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

This defeat, the Pasting in Perth, came from the middle order's keenness to push away from their bodies.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

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

Those of us who aren’t artists come here for them, too — their energy, ideas, ambition, scrappiness and keenness are what give this city its inimitable character.

From New York Times • Feb. 26, 2024

“I’m meeting with His Grace, Duke Perrington. I do hope we’ll see more of each other, Lady Lillian,” she said, watching her with a keenness that would make any assassin proud.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas