: characterized by eager willingness to accept and meet challenges
a can-do attitude
can-do-ism noun

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Central Connecticut, which has six conference championships this year, is an example of what can be achieved at this level with a can-do mentality. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 10 May 2025 The 30th anniversary campaign, which breaks Thursday, channels that can-do approach with a series of film shorts that feature real Bicester customers in a surreal environment. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 1 May 2025 He was born with congenital muscular dystrophy which limits his physical abilities, but not his upbeat, can-do attitude. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 11 Apr. 2025 But, while her cooking skills may be impressive, the secret to Meredith’s success also lies in her can-do confidence. Jenny Comita, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for can-do

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1925, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of can-do was in 1925

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“Can-do.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/can-do. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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