as in engaged
involved in often constant activity
a student who has been unceasingly diligent in pursuit of a degree in mathematics
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Recent Examples of diligent
Ignoring these factors can undermine even the most diligent retirement saver.
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Mike Vietri, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Perry’s arguably also the most diligent notetaker Manyweather has ever seen.
—Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
But fund managers can mitigate that possibility by being diligent about SWF investments, evaluating the management team and the fundamentals of prospective companies in addition to their technology goals.
—Steve Bowsher, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
Yes, Ubuntu users need to be diligent about installing the latest patches, even though Linux systems represent a smaller user base than Windows or macOS.
—PCMAG, 14 Feb. 2025
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Mike Vietri, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Perry’s arguably also the most diligent notetaker Manyweather has ever seen.
—Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
But fund managers can mitigate that possibility by being diligent about SWF investments, evaluating the management team and the fundamentals of prospective companies in addition to their technology goals.
—Steve Bowsher, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
Yes, Ubuntu users need to be diligent about installing the latest patches, even though Linux systems represent a smaller user base than Windows or macOS.
—PCMAG, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for diligent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diligent
Adjective
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When these leaders improve, their teams become more engaged and productive.—
Dave Winsborough,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Events like Wednesday’s — Berkshire played one of the PGA Tour’s most prestigious courses in tournament conditions in front of a crowd of hundreds of engaged fans — help push Berkshire toward his goal.—
Bennett Conlin,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Half of the shark detections occurred during the day, a time when beaches are typically busy with human activity.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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His eyes widen, a grin breaks out across his face, and for a second, Graham looks like a cross between a kid on Christmas morning and the world’s busiest man finally catching his breath.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In any case, an assiduous pre-inspection is essential.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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Every song reveals new layers, showcasing not just a singer, but a true artist and assiduous researcher, constantly pushing the boundaries and discovering new ways to express the timeless journey of love.—
Mario Sesti,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
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Fall-sowing gives plants more time to establish before the heat of summer sets in and shuts down active growth.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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On the other hand, Siamese cats, are among the most active breeds, sleeping only 12 to 14 hours a day.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And once again, Ukraine and its 37.7 million good-humored, industrious and resourceful people are left out in the cold.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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The industrious types flexed their fingertips on their laptops or their smartphones, while the more leisurely set enjoyed a good read or a conversation with an old friend to go with their lattes and scones.—
Sal Pizarro,
The Mercury News,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Diligent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diligent. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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