as in meticulous
showing no signs of weariness even after long hard effort
the camel's reputation as an untiring beast of burden the detective's untiring investigation of the crime finally led to several arrests
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Recent Examples of untiring
Joe was a philanthropist, a community leader, and an unwavering and untiring supporter of the U.S. Military and his country.
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al, 25 May 2022
Speeches Malcolm X was known as an articulate speaker, charismatic person, and an untiring organizer.
—Branden Hunter, Detroit Free Press, 19 May 2020
All speakers paid tribute to Jack Gross, owner of the new station, for his untiring efforts to bring San Diego its own television station.
—sandiegouniontribune.com, 17 May 2018
Still, Clark's adrenaline and untiring preparation propelled her to a second place finish in Oslo and a third place finish at the Burton US Open the following month.
—Nihal Kolur, SI.com, 30 Oct. 2017
The public eye in Pakistan today is an unforgiving, untiring beast that never sleeps.
—chicagotribune.com, 4 Aug. 2017
Corrupt regimes long reviled by their populace are being brought down left and right, thanks to the brilliant and untiring efforts of democracy activists.
—Bruce Sterling, WIRED, 16 Feb. 2011
al, 25 May 2022
Speeches Malcolm X was known as an articulate speaker, charismatic person, and an untiring organizer.
—Branden Hunter, Detroit Free Press, 19 May 2020
All speakers paid tribute to Jack Gross, owner of the new station, for his untiring efforts to bring San Diego its own television station.
—sandiegouniontribune.com, 17 May 2018
Still, Clark's adrenaline and untiring preparation propelled her to a second place finish in Oslo and a third place finish at the Burton US Open the following month.
—Nihal Kolur, SI.com, 30 Oct. 2017
The public eye in Pakistan today is an unforgiving, untiring beast that never sleeps.
—chicagotribune.com, 4 Aug. 2017
Corrupt regimes long reviled by their populace are being brought down left and right, thanks to the brilliant and untiring efforts of democracy activists.
—Bruce Sterling, WIRED, 16 Feb. 2011
Recent Examples of Synonyms for untiring
Adjective
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Blending meticulous research with dramatization, the movie spotlights behind-the-scenes tensions among rival forecasters and the trauma of the disastrous rehearsal Exercise Tiger.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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The execution was meticulous, with every detail crafted to reflect the real product while adding a playful twist.—
Jay Deutsch,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The Shark, so named early on for his intensity as basketball coach, dean and indefatigable fundraiser, stepped down from the Columbus presidency in 2018 but assumed his current, and final, role.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
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At St James’ Park in September, when Gordon scored a late consolation in a 2-1 defeat, and for 45 minutes in Catalonia in March, before Newcastle’s embarrassing second-half collapse to a 7-2 defeat, Barcelona witnessed the forward’s devastating pace and indefatigable work ethic first hand.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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The midfield three is largely set, with Alan Franco and Pedro Vite likely to join the tireless Moises Caicedo, but young Kendry Paez will fight for his place, despite disappointing loan spells at Strasbourg and River Plate this season.—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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Wildmon applied this knowledge to a tireless quest to reform American popular culture.—
Isaac Butler,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
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But his remarkably fortunate position extends far beyond helping a relentless New York squad reach the NBA Finals.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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Many women are simultaneously navigating chronic stress, poor sleep, caregiving responsibilities, financial pressure, nonstop digital stimulation, and relentless productivity expectations during the exact years hormonal shifts begin intensifying.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Tristan is the ultramarathon of opera roles, long and punishing, and not many tenors carry it off with such unflagging grace.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
11 Mar. 2026
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The new press release appears to tout that same unflagging punk ethos.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Cap Rocat also aims to preserve and strengthen the natural and social environment through a conscientious selection of suppliers engaged in sustainable fishing and organic and zero-kilometer products.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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This is considered a bit of an invasive plant, but conscientious gardeners can remove or till under unwanted seedlings.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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There’s a real sense of place here, from the apple chip snacks served in the relaxation room to the glass oblong of a gym, where active folk can pound the treadmill while watching the gardeners at work.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Due to the active investigation, Elk Grove Florin Road was closed from Calvine Road to Heritage Hill Drive through the morning.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous activity.—
Ezekiel J. Emanuel,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Heavy pruning may cause the plant to produce excessive new, vigorous branches.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
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“Untiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untiring. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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