hard-working
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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In the 1970s, when they won their only two NBA titles, the Knicks were known as a "blue-collar, hard-working, tough-minded team," according to Adam Criblez, author of a book on the squad.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
The cancellations of the planned projects also take jobs away from hard-working, blue-collar Americans.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
The UK government said it "recognises the vital role of hard-working NHS staff" and has introduced measures to support students, universities and educators as they move into work.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Dye said Miller was a "hard-working, decent man", who had found himself involved in a "freak accident" which had taken a mental and physical toll on the defendant.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
The people around us were hard-working, boisterous, a little proud of their nickname, yo-go-re, which meant literally uncouth one, or roughneck, or dead-end kid.
From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston
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