1
as in diligently
with great effort or determination
worked industriously to complete the project ahead of schedule
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2
as in actively
in a manner involving great or constant activity
she's been industriously putting together the plans for the charity ball
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Adverb
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The boys really worked hard this season and wanted to go all the way.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2025 -
Versatile, hard working, dynamic and capable of playing in numerous roles.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The officer turned on his squad car lights and approached the driver who was still intently looking at her phone.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
20 May 2025
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This person should communicate well, listen intently and have extensive experience in this area of law.—
Lisa Zeiderman,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Implement programs to continuously develop the skills of the existing workforce and adapt to technological changes.—
Dave Evans,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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As of Friday, the space station has been continuously crewed for 24 years, 7 months and 19 days.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
23 June 2025
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“Industriously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/industriously. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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