RECALL BEFORE REVEAL

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Showing sincere, serious, and determined purpose.

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earnest

Her earnest request persuaded the group to reconsider the unfinished proposal.
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After the schedule was corrected, Noor made an earnest effort to rebuild the group's confidence, listening carefully to each performer's remaining concern.
From Regaining Perspective.
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