as in meticulous
showing no signs of weariness even after long hard effort
the camel's reputation as an untiring beast of burden the detective's untiring investigation of the crime finally led to several arrests
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Recent Examples of untiring
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
Speeches Malcolm X was known as an articulate speaker, charismatic person, and an untiring organizer.
—Branden Hunter, Detroit Free Press, 19 May 2020
All speakers paid tribute to Jack Gross, owner of the new station, for his untiring efforts to bring San Diego its own television station.
—sandiegouniontribune.com, 17 May 2018
Still, Clark's adrenaline and untiring preparation propelled her to a second place finish in Oslo and a third place finish at the Burton US Open the following month.
—Nihal Kolur, SI.com, 30 Oct. 2017
The public eye in Pakistan today is an unforgiving, untiring beast that never sleeps.
—chicagotribune.com, 4 Aug. 2017
Corrupt regimes long reviled by their populace are being brought down left and right, thanks to the brilliant and untiring efforts of democracy activists.
—Bruce Sterling, WIRED, 16 Feb. 2011
al, 25 May 2022
Speeches Malcolm X was known as an articulate speaker, charismatic person, and an untiring organizer.
—Branden Hunter, Detroit Free Press, 19 May 2020
All speakers paid tribute to Jack Gross, owner of the new station, for his untiring efforts to bring San Diego its own television station.
—sandiegouniontribune.com, 17 May 2018
Still, Clark's adrenaline and untiring preparation propelled her to a second place finish in Oslo and a third place finish at the Burton US Open the following month.
—Nihal Kolur, SI.com, 30 Oct. 2017
The public eye in Pakistan today is an unforgiving, untiring beast that never sleeps.
—chicagotribune.com, 4 Aug. 2017
Corrupt regimes long reviled by their populace are being brought down left and right, thanks to the brilliant and untiring efforts of democracy activists.
—Bruce Sterling, WIRED, 16 Feb. 2011
Recent Examples of Synonyms for untiring
Adjective
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Mandese said the floral aspect of the Kelce-Swift could require dozens of people and meticulous planning.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
29 Jan. 2026
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Those shoes eventually inspired me to source an entire collection of her most iconic footwear, a process that took over a year of meticulous second-hand sourcing.—
Julia Rabinowitsch,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In particular, the Routledges’ research was no match for the narrative skills and indefatigable energy of the swashbuckling Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2026
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This is who Williams has always been, setting an example with an indefatigable work ethic, a constant desire to evolve and grow.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In recognition of her tireless efforts and the impact her work had on the casting community, Adler will be receiving the Rosalie Joseph Humanitarian Award, given to those who have made outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes that have in turn supported the casting community.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead whose rhythm guitar work, songwriting and tireless touring helped push traditional American blues and folk music into the modern era, has died, according to a statement posted Saturday to his official website.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The relentless Chacon lurched outside after her just as his car door opened and out popped their 6-year-old son, begging his dad to stop.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Czechia had trouble handling a relentless Sweden forecheck and tight coverage all over.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The new press release appears to tout that same unflagging punk ethos.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
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Rafael, a trans man learning to accept his own body, and Carolina, his unflagging companion, set off to Chile to secure Rafael’s sense of acceptance – his of self and his family’s.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Many states are new enacting or widening already broad religious and conscientious exemptions.—
Richard Hughes IV,
STAT,
12 Jan. 2026
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Also, remain mindful and conscientious of how our actions affect those beyond ourselves.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Three of the court’s 11 active judges would have granted rehearing, and one dissent is expected to be published at a later date.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Jan. 2026
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Their departure from active group work would leave a void that few current girl groups are positioned to fill, if any.—
Hannah Abraham,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Gro-Low sumac performs best in full sun and tolerates partial shade, but will become less vigorous as the shade deepens.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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For many patients, vigorous physical activity isn’t realistic during treatment.—
Avi Patel,
Hartford Courant,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Untiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untiring. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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