industrious
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Restore said the industrious rodents were released on the estate in two stages.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
The industrious attacking midfielder has become an integral part of Barcelona's squad since making his debut in the 2023/24 season, making 113 appearances and scoring 29 goals.
From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026
But you don’t have to be quite that industrious to pull this off.
From Salon • Dec. 23, 2025
When news of the REI store’s closure hit, industrious New Yorkers quickly flocked online to share their downtown bathroom survival tips.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025
Whatever his fortune, whatever the cut of his garment, there would always be the hem—the tuck and fold that hid his raveling edges; a someone sweet, industrious and loyal to shore him up.
From "Sula" by Toni Morrison
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