as in meticulous
showing no signs of weariness even after long hard effort
an indefatigable laborer who can work from sunrise to sunset
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Recent Examples of indefatigable
McNamara again stood out as indefatigable and disciplined, with superior analytical intelligence and a ravenous appetite for information.
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Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Social-media-influencer culture also latched on to the phrase for its own attentional ends, as did brands, the indefatigable scavengers.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025
But as long as as the indefatigable Warren continues to cast her aural spells, the music industry will have a devoted caretaker.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
That indefatigable cheerfulness, even when describing scenes that sound brutal to almost anyone else, ran through the entire interview.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 5 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for indefatigable
Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Social-media-influencer culture also latched on to the phrase for its own attentional ends, as did brands, the indefatigable scavengers.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025
But as long as as the indefatigable Warren continues to cast her aural spells, the music industry will have a devoted caretaker.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
That indefatigable cheerfulness, even when describing scenes that sound brutal to almost anyone else, ran through the entire interview.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 5 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for indefatigable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indefatigable
Adjective
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The music was intimidating—funk and bebop, Afro-Caribbean—but Don was patient, somehow both meticulous and mellow.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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Reznor has always been meticulous about structure.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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MacKinnon Chapman thanked the nonprofits for their tireless efforts that have strengthened communities and provided hope to countless individuals.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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The brazen assassination in 2017 of Valdez — a tireless chronicler of cartel violence and politicians’ links to organized crime — sparked international condemnation.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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At a moment when residents are struggling more than ever, facing a severe shortage of affordable housing, limited access to Medicaid, and the relentless rise in grocery prices, lawmakers in Tallahassee have chosen instead to advance HB 31 and SB 1106.—
Adam Abutaa,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Still, the tech giant is facing a growing set of challenges, from intensifying competition to lingering concerns of an AI bubble and relentless pressure to demonstrate growth after several explosive quarters.—
Rosa de Acosta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 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.—
al,
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 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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Those places were unregulated, untaxed and, typically, not particularly conscientious about checking ID.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026
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Many states are new enacting or widening already broad religious and conscientious exemptions.—
Richard Hughes IV,
STAT,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Such a wellspring of material is seemingly inexhaustible, though the show strains a bit when working to match the festival shooting as a crucible that pushes its cast to the breaking point.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
5 Jan. 2026
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Beyond its thriving market, Spain remains an inexhaustible creative force.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
15 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Benign conditions like an enlarged prostate, prostatitis (inflammation), recent ejaculation, vigorous exercise or even a long bike ride can temporarily push your PSA up.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Federal guidelines recommend 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week, with some sort of muscle-strengthening exercise on two days.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Indefatigable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indefatigable. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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