hardworking
adjective
hard·work·ing
ˈhärd-ˈwər-kiŋ 
: constantly, regularly, or habitually engaged in earnest and energetic work : industrious, diligent
a hardworking young woman
"Our students have to be very hardworking and committed. They put in long hours. …"—
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The designer also applied this hardworking sensibility to the interiors’ functionality, designating a cozy den as a children’s area and approaching bedrooms with relaxed hospitality in mind.
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Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
The sisters, who were raising the toddler together, were kind and hardworking, their brother, Demarco Bailey, told CNN affiliate WAPT.
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Amanda Musa,
CNN Money,
29 June 2026
There’s a beguiling synchronicity between the two disciplines under scrutiny here—fishing and filmmaking—both of which, Jenkin reminds us, are strenuous physical activities, dependent on precise timing, know-how, energy, stamina, heavy-duty equipment, and a hardworking crew.
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Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
26 June 2026
Although a curious and hardworking student, Karp struggled with severe dyslexia.
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Imani Sumbi,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
26 June 2026
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Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
The sisters, who were raising the toddler together, were kind and hardworking, their brother, Demarco Bailey, told CNN affiliate WAPT.
—
Amanda Musa,
CNN Money,
29 June 2026
There’s a beguiling synchronicity between the two disciplines under scrutiny here—fishing and filmmaking—both of which, Jenkin reminds us, are strenuous physical activities, dependent on precise timing, know-how, energy, stamina, heavy-duty equipment, and a hardworking crew.
—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
26 June 2026
Although a curious and hardworking student, Karp struggled with severe dyslexia.
—
Imani Sumbi,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for hardworking
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hardworking
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