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hardworking

[hahrd-wur-king] / ˈhɑrdˈwɜr kɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
conscientious
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST


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“Anyone who knows Luis knows he is a devoted father and proud grandpa, a hardworking provider, a passionate soccer fan, and a man who has always put others before himself,” Romero wrote about his father.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 25, 2026

The 28-year-old says he didn’t consider himself hardworking growing up because he had a comfortable upbringing and was focused on his social life.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 1, 2026

Generally, though, we are all decent and hardworking coaches who, when we are away from the game, can be totally different people to our families and friends.

From BBC May 15, 2026

“His story connected with us, because we also come from hardworking parents that really gave it all for us.”

From Los Angeles Times May 13, 2026

During those early years of marriage, she birthed five daughters for her hardworking husband.

From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry




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