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 actor described working with Madonna in Italy and commended her work ethic.
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Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
His work ethic is often applauded by his teammates and coaches.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 11 May 2026
In season 18 of KUWTK, Kourtney and Kim, while lounging around at Khloé’s house, get into a tiff over work ethic that somehow turns into hand-to-hand struggling.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Quinta’s success is deeply rooted in her exceptional talent, work ethic, grace, and practice of true creative collaboration.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 11 May 2026
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Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026
His work ethic is often applauded by his teammates and coaches.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 11 May 2026
In season 18 of KUWTK, Kourtney and Kim, while lounging around at Khloé’s house, get into a tiff over work ethic that somehow turns into hand-to-hand struggling.
—Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Quinta’s success is deeply rooted in her exceptional talent, work ethic, grace, and practice of true creative collaboration.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 11 May 2026
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 18 May. 2026.
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