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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Shead raved about her work ethic.
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Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
Some of them specifically want their kids to develop a strong work ethic and grow to embody traits like resilience and adaptability that are increasingly important in the modern workforce, says Dwyer.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Those who knew him back then remember a young player who may not have been the biggest star on the field, but who stood out for his work ethic, drive, and willingness to make the most of every opportunity.
—Sam Crenshaw, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
That Faulkner even developed into a championship-caliber quarterback at any level was a testament to his toughness, work ethic and will.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
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Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Feb. 2026
Some of them specifically want their kids to develop a strong work ethic and grow to embody traits like resilience and adaptability that are increasingly important in the modern workforce, says Dwyer.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Those who knew him back then remember a young player who may not have been the biggest star on the field, but who stood out for his work ethic, drive, and willingness to make the most of every opportunity.
—Sam Crenshaw, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
That Faulkner even developed into a championship-caliber quarterback at any level was a testament to his toughness, work ethic and will.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
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“Work ethic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20ethic. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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