can-do
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of can-do
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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With its can-do spirit and jam-packed design, “Maintenance” contains more than a little of the Whole Earth Catalog’s DNA.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
Still, Ned insists, with the right resources, adequate staff, and a can-do attitude, the Toledo Truth Teller can return to greatness.
From Salon • Sep. 4, 2025
"I think having a can-do attitude to find solutions is what's needed, not apathy and being put in a 'too difficult' pile," she said.
From BBC • Aug. 12, 2025
Grounded by Harden’s natural and loosely charming performance, Khalid treats his nightmare scenario with an alternating sense of anxiety and buoyant, joshing can-do attitude.
From New York Times • Nov. 21, 2024
“Understand me, I was already the can-do type.”
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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