ethic
Example Sentences
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"It's all about the work ethic," another person remarked, noting this is a short-term opportunity that could impact his career.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Edwards said it was the best she had seen Capsey play, and praised her work ethic over the winter.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“Talking about ambition and work ethic are great indicators,” Boneparth said.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
Singling out their work ethic, Mantello extolled the way Lane and Metcalf can be relied on to hit the ground running.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Punctual and thorough, he had a good work ethic and absolutely no ambition, which suited Petty Officer Lac, who had plenty of ambition but no work ethic to speak of.
From "The Reader" by Traci Chee
Vocabulary lists containing ethic
The Suffix -ic, Part 1
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