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Recent Examples of enterprising Von Reden is just one of the enterprising founders on this year’s 30 Under 30 Europe Science & Healthcare list. Pamela Jew, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 In that case, the person should report the meter number or location to 311 and, ideally, take a photo of the broken meter as evidence in the event that an enterprising parking enforcement officer issues a citation. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2025 More enterprising security teams escort clients to boats on the Hudson, hoping for passage. Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025 In addition to that rotten run, the suggestion was that Motta’s flexible, enterprising style, which won plaudits at Bologna, was not translating to Turin. Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for enterprising
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enterprising
Adjective
  • However, thanks to aggressive conservation efforts, including predator control programs, habitat restoration, and breeding initiatives, several kiwi species have seen rebounds.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • Even so, the aggressive play in this post-season has stood out.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 11 May 2025
Adjective
  • From the moment Ginny is brought into the fold in Episode 3, Nick's pals struggle to accept his bright and adventurous new girlfriend.
    Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 3 May 2025
  • The love planet takes on a bold, adventurous and passionate flavor when sizzling through Aries.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 May 2025
Adjective
  • Much of World Liberty Financial's operation is still shrouded in mystery, but its founders have touted its ambitious goal of integrating their venture into the everyday traditional retail system.
    Soo Rin Kim, ABC News, 3 May 2025
  • In March, Zeldin announced ambitious plans to review and potentially roll back more than two dozen environmental rules and policies.
    Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 2 May 2025
Adjective
  • Blending skill, grace and the daring pursuit of the ultimate underwater thrill, five divers—all trained by a world-class underwater choreographer—will compete to show off their skills during epic underwater dances.
    Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
  • The decision comes after years of increasingly daring celebrity outfits and adds to the ongoing discussion among fashion enthusiasts on social media — Is fashion becoming more conservative?
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • Tehran claims its program is peaceful but has threatened fierce retaliation and a possible withdrawal from the nonproliferation treaty if its nuclear sites are attacked.
    Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 8 May 2025
  • The old model of fierce independence is a luxury many can't afford during this transition.
    AllBusiness, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025

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“Enterprising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enterprising. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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