as in engaged
involved in often constant activity
a student who has been unceasingly diligent in pursuit of a degree in mathematics
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Recent Examples of diligent
Landscaping requirements, sprinkler systems, hardscaping, brush-clearing buffer zones as part of approval, technology, researching all funding sources available to channel to our first responders, firefighters and sheriff personnel, so that the response is quick and diligent.
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Emily Alvarenga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Beyond analyzing troves of data to sift through requirements even the most diligent person might miss, AI can proactively respond to requests with lightning speed—a superhuman ability that might have saved Josef K from the state.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Toney is already a diligent student of the game.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2025
Saffron is creative, strategic, diligent, and inclusive.
—Olivia Antigua, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Emily Alvarenga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Beyond analyzing troves of data to sift through requirements even the most diligent person might miss, AI can proactively respond to requests with lightning speed—a superhuman ability that might have saved Josef K from the state.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Toney is already a diligent student of the game.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2025
Saffron is creative, strategic, diligent, and inclusive.
—Olivia Antigua, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for diligent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diligent
Adjective
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This class offers an opportunity to stay active and engaged.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Apr. 2025
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Patients today are more informed, connected and engaged.—
Aman Gupta,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Check-in is seamless, but the hotel has only six parking spots and availability may be limited, especially on busy weekends, so plan to park across or down the street just in case.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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And while Christophe had been busy developing a national school system during his reign, under Boyer, and all subsequent presidents, such projects had to be put on hold.—
Marlene L. Daut,
The Conversation,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In any case, an assiduous pre-inspection is essential.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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Every song reveals new layers, showcasing not just a singer, but a true artist and assiduous researcher, constantly pushing the boundaries and discovering new ways to express the timeless journey of love.—
Mario Sesti,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
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Redshirt freshman Kaleb Annett was the most active quarterback on the day, throwing for 77 yards and a touchdown on a 6-for-10 throwing performance.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Apr. 2025
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The 1880s were the most active decade for U.S. hurricane landfalls on record.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Mir is more ambitious and industrious, having molded himself into the ideal successor to his father’s corporate leadership.—
Angie Han,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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Now that someone is finally acting, Democrats are pretending the bureaucracy is as industrious and virtuous as Santa’s Workshop and any dollar that gets cut means another kiddie won’t have a Christmas.—
Nolan Finley,
Twin Cities,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Diligent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diligent. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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