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workaholism

American  
[wurk-uh-haw-liz-uhm] / ˌwɜrk əˈhɔ lɪz əm /

noun

  1. the state of being a workaholic; a compulsion to work excessively.


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From her opening shot, Gunvalson is hard at work in her home office, fielding calls — her workaholism would become a signature aspect of her personality throughout her run.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 24, 2026

Now, he’s better known as a Bravo-lebrity who wrangled his sales acumen and witty workaholism into a real-estate and content empire.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 10, 2025

Despite joining three years ago, the woman says she still feels her workaholism pulling her back to her desk.

From BBC Mar. 15, 2024

Goldstein said his workaholism predates his newfound Hollywood clout.

From New York Times Mar. 11, 2023

He was able to through his sense of responsibility and his kind of workaholism to make this his new addiction.

From Salon Jul. 15, 2021

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