hardworking
adjective
hard·work·ing
ˈhärd-ˈwər-kiŋ 
: constantly, regularly, or habitually engaged in earnest and energetic work : industrious, diligent
a hardworking young woman
"Our students have to be very hardworking and committed. They put in long hours. …"—
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—Murat Ates, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
They were beloved and trusted, known to be hardworking, community-oriented, and generous with their time and money.
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This beautiful flight attendant is resilient, hardworking, and looking for her soulmate.
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Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Barlow is a competitive, hardworking player and demonstrated plenty of resolve, turning a poor start to last season into a dominant playoff push.
—Murat Ates, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
They were beloved and trusted, known to be hardworking, community-oriented, and generous with their time and money.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
This beautiful flight attendant is resilient, hardworking, and looking for her soulmate.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
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“Hardworking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hardworking. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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hardworking
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hard·work·ing
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