1
as in actively
in a manner involving great or constant activity
trying assiduously to organize everything for the walkathon
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as in diligently
with great effort or determination
assiduously pursued a law degree when continuing to work full-time during the day
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Recent Examples of assiduously
Throughout her campaign, Sherrill worked assiduously to link Ciattarelli to the sitting President.
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Nik Popli, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
But the Americans, in full knowledge of Putin’s plans months in advance, assiduously did nothing to suggest a response other than sanctions, which Putin was prepared to withstand.
—Robert Kagan, The Atlantic, 10 Sep. 2025
The writer of the book about the stepfather also began to work assiduously at school, getting top grades in every subject.
—Rachel Cusk, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2025
But Google assiduously addresses threats with frequent updates.
—PC Magazine, 24 Aug. 2025
Nik Popli, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
But the Americans, in full knowledge of Putin’s plans months in advance, assiduously did nothing to suggest a response other than sanctions, which Putin was prepared to withstand.
—Robert Kagan, The Atlantic, 10 Sep. 2025
The writer of the book about the stepfather also began to work assiduously at school, getting top grades in every subject.
—Rachel Cusk, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2025
But Google assiduously addresses threats with frequent updates.
—PC Magazine, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assiduously
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Global streamer Netflix, which has been actively bidding for rights to sporting events in the US and Europe, notably rolled out a daily highlights show for the ongoing AFCON 2025 in Morocco — pointing to the potential entry of streaming companies in future CAF broadcast deals.—
Martin K.N Siele,
semafor.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Those marketing campaigns go beyond social media posts to keep anticipation at a fever pitch and actively engage the fandom while also attracting new viewers.—
Jim Halterman,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Detectives are working diligently to solve this case.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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With its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060, China is working diligently to move away from fossil fuels toward non-carbon-emitting energy sources.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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This selective approach came after years of working intensively to support her two sons as a single mother.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Dec. 2025
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So important are Rubicon units that the Ukrainian security services are now intensively searching out their forward bases.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
22 Nov. 2025
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Alexandria has been really hard hit, down 50% in that period.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
6 Jan. 2026
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For instance, walking most days is far better than exercising hard once a month.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
6 Jan. 2026
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Many are intensely private, so part of the heritage director’s role is to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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At the same time, Always Greener is an intensely personal project.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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People with autism may have difficulty transitioning from one activity to another, focus intently on small details or have unusual reactions to sensory stimulus.—
The Baltimore Sun,
Boston Herald,
30 Dec. 2025
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Social media videos of four-legged companions watching the movie adaptation of the beloved holiday classic have gone viral as pups of all shapes and sizes appear to be intently watching, especially when the Grinch, played by Jim Carrey, is on screen with Max, his dog and companion.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
23 Dec. 2025
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There was something deeply moving about watching Cassils use the force of their own body and their intense mental focus to doggedly spell out one letter at a time, one word at a time, minute by minute, hour after hour.—
Gayatri Gopinath,
Artforum,
1 Dec. 2025
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Parents and alumni of Jesuit High School in Carmichael are doggedly fighting back against the Catholic all-boys school’s recent decision to begin accepting girls in 2027.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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Since its debut, the initiative has been quietly but determinedly building physical bases in Lagos and Kenya, creating tangible spaces where female artists, producers, and engineers can access resources that Tems herself had to fight to find.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
4 Nov. 2025
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For long-haul trips, consider the Southern Hemisphere for a jolt of vitamin D in a rugged, determinedly uncommercial spot, or take a dip in a memorable, albeit temporary, Japanese onsen.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Assiduously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assiduously. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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