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anxious	having a strong wish; eager. [1/2 definitions]
avid	having an eager desire for; greedy. [1/2 definitions]
be spoiling for	(informal) to be eager for.
bloodthirsty	eager to cause or interested in acts of bloodshed; cruel.
curious	eager to learn or know. [1/2 definitions]
energy	eager interest; liveliness. [1/3 definitions]
inquisitive	given to asking and inquiring; eager to learn.
keen¹	felt strongly; eager; intense. [1/3 definitions]
on tiptoe	filled with eager anticipation; expectant. [1/2 definitions]
thirsty	feeling a strong desire; eager (usually followed by "for"). [1/2 definitions]
timid	not eager or willing to face danger; fearful. [1/2 definitions]

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