work ethic
noun
: a belief in work as a moral good : a set of values centered on the importance of doing work and reflected especially in a desire or determination to work hard
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The family’s bond is strong, and their work ethic is even stronger.
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Lucas Bogardus, Miami Herald, 4 Dec. 2025
Considering Emery’s relentless work ethic, consisting of long hours for staff, a busy pre-season and few days off for players, Villa felt exhausted, rather than fresh.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 1 Dec. 2025
When done with warmth and care, this style can build resilience, discipline, and a strong work ethic in children.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 27 Nov. 2025
Her propulsive work ethic and intense love of her craft was also channeled into art, teaching, and couture, propelled by herself and herself alone.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
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Lucas Bogardus, Miami Herald, 4 Dec. 2025
Considering Emery’s relentless work ethic, consisting of long hours for staff, a busy pre-season and few days off for players, Villa felt exhausted, rather than fresh.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 1 Dec. 2025
When done with warmth and care, this style can build resilience, discipline, and a strong work ethic in children.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 27 Nov. 2025
Her propulsive work ethic and intense love of her craft was also channeled into art, teaching, and couture, propelled by herself and herself alone.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for work ethic
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“Work ethic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20ethic. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
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