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Fain

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Old-fashionedPlay
Remember, 'fain' is rarely used in everyday conversation and is often associated with historical or fantasy settings. SlideIn medieval tales, knights would fain embark on quests for honor and glory.
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Emphasizes DelightPlay
'Fain' expresses not just willingness, but a sense of pleasure or happiness about doing something. SlideShe would fain join the festive dance in the village square.
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Poetic TonePlay
Using 'fain' adds a poetic or romantic touch to the language, suitable for literature or poetry. SlideHe would fain write her a sonnet filled with loving words.