hardworking
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of hardworking
Example Sentences
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A department spokeswoman dismissed the criticism, saying Blanche is “as hardworking and dedicated to the law as ever.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 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
Millions of Americans don’t have a lot of savings, but that doesn’t mean they’re not hardworking or wouldn’t love to put more money aside.
From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026
"We have a clear plan to boost the economy, put more money back into people's pockets, back hardworking families, support businesses and get Wales working."
From BBC • May 5, 2026
In these classes I was praised for being smart and hardworking.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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