ethic
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“Talking about ambition and work ethic are great indicators,” Boneparth said.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
To make it in any professional sport, a slice of luck - in addition to work ethic and natural ability - is often required.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
It made him aware of “the fragility of civilized life” and inspired “gratitude for the decency and work ethic of the police.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
That work ethic, ruthlessness in front of goal and the wizardry to bend a free-kick into the top corner, as Barcelona found out, make the 26-year-old vital to Atletico's chances of progressing.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
His work ethic was set at the same high level as those relatives of his who put in murderous hours inside their taverns, pizza joints, and hoagie shops.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
Vocabulary lists containing ethic
The Suffix -ic, Part 1
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