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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Beyond Jobe’s coverage skills and physicality, the attribute Macdonald admires most is his work ethic.
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Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
The knowledge transfer, work ethic and strategic thinking that senior professionals offer are indispensable.
—Gilda D'incerti, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Both breeds share a gentle temperament, intelligence, and strong work ethic.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Before bringing his charm and work ethic to the Rabbit, Jake was managing a famous multihyphenate artist, Wes (Sope Dirisu), who is now a partner in the restaurant.
—Judy Berman, Time, 7 Sep. 2025
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Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
The knowledge transfer, work ethic and strategic thinking that senior professionals offer are indispensable.
—Gilda D'incerti, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Both breeds share a gentle temperament, intelligence, and strong work ethic.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Before bringing his charm and work ethic to the Rabbit, Jake was managing a famous multihyphenate artist, Wes (Sope Dirisu), who is now a partner in the restaurant.
—Judy Berman, Time, 7 Sep. 2025
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“Work ethic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20ethic. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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