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The trouble is that, by his own admission, Hepburn laid hands on another member while using what he described as "industrious" language.

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But this industrious insect isn't flying back to stir its witch's cauldron, or playing Quidditch.

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Her first order of business, however, is pitting the scowling Ritter and bland, industrious Wittmers, who had managed a bearable distance so far, against each other.

Reading aloud, Mr Hopkins says: "He's cheerful and industrious, with a mischievous sense of humour and fondness for practical jokes."

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A solid defence and industrious midfield made them tough to beat in the second half of last season.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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