ready, willing, and able
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It seems there are plenty of jobs available in the U.S. for people who show up ready, willing and able to work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 5, 2026
She praised her hair and make-up artist Jane Green for being ready, willing and able to dislodge the blockage by performing the Heimlich manoeuvre.
From BBC ● Nov. 24, 2025
“We are ready, willing and able to go forward and demolish these buildings,” Gaines told the commissioners.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2025
Santos added: “The future holds countless possibilities and I am ready, willing, and able to step up to the plate and go fight for my country at anytime.”
From Slate ● Apr. 25, 2024
Millions of men, ready, willing and able to provide the nation with all the necessaries and comforts of life are forced into idleness and starvation.
From Twentieth Century Socialism What It Is Not; What It Is: How It May Come by Edmond Kelly
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