PLODS Synonyms: 159 Similar and Opposite Words

plods

verb

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present tense third-person singular of plod

as in strives

to devote serious and sustained effort plodded night and day to get the assignment done

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as in stumbles

to proceed or act clumsily or ineffectually oxen plodding through deep mud

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as in drags

to move slowly plodded reluctantly off to work

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as in shuffles

to move heavily or clumsily wayfarers plodding across the sandy wastes

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Every business strives to hire and keep the best talent, as high-performing employees can help increase efficiency, improve creativity and create a healthy working culture.

Jack Chen, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Going forward, Jared is committed to upholding its responsible sourcing values and strives to hit new goals, like Signet’s mission of committing to a net-positive water impact and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions both by 2050.

Layla Ilchi, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024

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