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as in actively
in a manner involving great or constant activity
struggling diligently to contact everyone who might need a ride to the polls
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as in hard
with great effort or determination
working diligently to finish his documentary in time for the film festival
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Recent Examples of diligently
Detectives are working diligently to solve this case.
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Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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
Detectives are working diligently to solve this case.
—Holly Yan, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
But Walz said his administration has worked diligently to address fraud and manage the state’s operations.
—Steve Karnowski, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Qatar also works diligently to shape the coverage of American media outlets.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 3 Jan. 2026
Stories about how diligently the next generation of NHL stars are training have already started making their way around the league.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
And the flatworm with its new noggin immediately solving the maze its old one worked so diligently to master?
—Christian Wiman, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Our community has worked diligently in recent years to strengthen a safe and respectful environment for all.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Dec. 2025
Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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
Detectives are working diligently to solve this case.
—Holly Yan, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
But Walz said his administration has worked diligently to address fraud and manage the state’s operations.
—Steve Karnowski, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Qatar also works diligently to shape the coverage of American media outlets.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 3 Jan. 2026
Stories about how diligently the next generation of NHL stars are training have already started making their way around the league.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
And the flatworm with its new noggin immediately solving the maze its old one worked so diligently to master?
—Christian Wiman, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Our community has worked diligently in recent years to strengthen a safe and respectful environment for all.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diligently
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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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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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The vines climb to about 6 feet tall, growing vigorously even through summer heat.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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Prevost asks the new Pope, and the two men, beaming, shake hands vigorously.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
5 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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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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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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Throughout her campaign, Sherrill worked assiduously to link Ciattarelli to the sitting President.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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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
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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
Cite this Entry
“Diligently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diligently. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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