as in meticulous
showing no signs of weariness even after long hard effort
a tireless advocate for human rights
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Recent Examples of tireless
What emerges is not a tome to a tactical genius but a manager who listens and has a tireless drive to develop those around him.
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Megan Feringa, New York Times, 1 May 2026
That’s come with a new set of challenges for the 24-year-old forward, whom the Knicks have prioritized on defense, primarily using the tireless Josh Hart, and, at times, their top wing stopper in OG Anunoby.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Our tireless beat writer, Nick Harris, profiled all the new Cowboys.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Apr. 2026
On the soccer pitch, Cobi Jones was defined by blinding speed, a tireless work rate and an exceptional soccer IQ.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
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Megan Feringa, New York Times, 1 May 2026
That’s come with a new set of challenges for the 24-year-old forward, whom the Knicks have prioritized on defense, primarily using the tireless Josh Hart, and, at times, their top wing stopper in OG Anunoby.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
Our tireless beat writer, Nick Harris, profiled all the new Cowboys.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Apr. 2026
On the soccer pitch, Cobi Jones was defined by blinding speed, a tireless work rate and an exceptional soccer IQ.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tireless
Adjective
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Her passion for design and meticulous attention to detail inspired my deep appreciation for creativity and craftsmanship.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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It is said, in these parts, that the ever meticulous De Zerbi was every bit as demanding on the ground staff as his players.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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The once irrepressible and indefatigable Turner was slowed late in life by a progressive brain disorder.—
Christopher Quinn,
AJC.com,
6 May 2026
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Declan Rice was indefatigable, inspired to make a difference all over the pitch.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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How are you supposed to enjoy your iced tea in the garden when that pest is relentless?—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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As jobs go, motherhood can seem at odds with itself; too relentless to be easy but too satisfying to quit.—
Andre Mouchard,
Daily News,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Tristan is the ultramarathon of opera roles, long and punishing, and not many tenors carry it off with such unflagging grace.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
11 Mar. 2026
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The new press release appears to tout that same unflagging punk ethos.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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So naturally, the thought of turning Hypergnosis into an ethical company doesn’t compute, even to a seemingly conscientious person like Harper, who likens Anushka’s vision to buying a jet and asking where the brakes are.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
10 May 2026
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While acknowledging that antisemites may have good characteristics—a loving husband, a generous and conscientious citizen—Sartre claimed that their hatred ultimately defines them.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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Joe was a philanthropist, a community leader, and an unwavering and untiring supporter of the U.S. Military and his country.—
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al,
25 May 2022
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Speeches Malcolm X was known as an articulate speaker, charismatic person, and an untiring organizer.—
Branden Hunter,
Detroit Free Press,
19 May 2020
Adjective
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The ceasefire, though currently active, has failed to stop the conflict.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 May 2026
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Particularly this group of 17, which is extremely active and, because there's another gorilla family nearby, very territorial.—
Mary Holland,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Tom Curtis, president of rival Burger King, posted his own video taking a vigorous bite of his chain’s new Whopper.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Google notes that the heart rate monitor isn’t as advanced as the one in the latest Pixel Watches, so the Air might not be as accurate during vigorous activity.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 May 2026
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“Tireless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tireless. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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