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hardworking

American  
[hahrd-wur-king] / ˈhɑrdˈwɜr kɪŋ /

adjective

  1. industrious; zealous.

    a hardworking family man.


Etymology

Origin of hardworking

First recorded in 1765–75; hard + working

Example Sentences

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“She was a really good writer, serious, character-focused, hardworking, attentive. Hard on herself. A great member of the class,” Canin said.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 20, 2026

Maeda, a hardworking forward or winger, had an excellent record at Celtic, netting 79 times in 212 games, but won't get the same volume of chances in a team battling to stay up.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

The hardworking mother of three daughters called Los Angeles home and collected much of the material for her work from the city’s many flea markets and second hand shops.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

Not to say your children are not grateful and hardworking and fiscally accountable.

From MarketWatch Jun. 16, 2026

“I want a hardworking team that I can trust,” the coach continued.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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