work ethic
noun
: a belief in work as a moral good : a set of values centered on the importance of doing work and reflected especially in a desire or determination to work hard
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That’s what stands out the most, his work ethic.
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Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Feb. 2026
Trading away a culture guy From going undrafted to playing for the G League Stockton Kings to earning a spot on the Kings, Ellis has shown a tremendous work ethic.
—Lebron Antonio Hill, Sacbee.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Players and coaches praised the guard’s work ethic and willingness to embrace his role as a deep rotational player.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
Known for his tireless work ethic in support of his clients, Narosov has built strong relationships with agents at his firm and within various others.
—Dallas Morning News, 1 Feb. 2026
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Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Feb. 2026
Trading away a culture guy From going undrafted to playing for the G League Stockton Kings to earning a spot on the Kings, Ellis has shown a tremendous work ethic.
—Lebron Antonio Hill, Sacbee.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Players and coaches praised the guard’s work ethic and willingness to embrace his role as a deep rotational player.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
Known for his tireless work ethic in support of his clients, Narosov has built strong relationships with agents at his firm and within various others.
—Dallas Morning News, 1 Feb. 2026
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“Work ethic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20ethic. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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