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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Jonathan Toews was 20 years old when he was named captain of the Blackhawks, and Bedard — with his work ethic, his intensity and his skills — has a similar vibe at the same age.
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Scott Powers, New York Times, 29 July 2025
For over three decades, Kym Whitley has moved through Hollywood with an unmistakable mix of warmth, wit, and work ethic.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 July 2025
Both artists emphasize the importance of a relentless work ethic and doing your homework as the key to songwriting success.
—Nicholas Kobe, People.com, 25 July 2025
Moda Italiana got vocal on Wednesday defending the country’s high-end fashion supply chain against ongoing claims describing it as failing to fulfill the principles of quality, work ethics and sustainability that the sector has long prided itself on.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
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Scott Powers, New York Times, 29 July 2025
For over three decades, Kym Whitley has moved through Hollywood with an unmistakable mix of warmth, wit, and work ethic.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 July 2025
Both artists emphasize the importance of a relentless work ethic and doing your homework as the key to songwriting success.
—Nicholas Kobe, People.com, 25 July 2025
Moda Italiana got vocal on Wednesday defending the country’s high-end fashion supply chain against ongoing claims describing it as failing to fulfill the principles of quality, work ethics and sustainability that the sector has long prided itself on.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
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“Work ethic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20ethic. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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