diligent

Example Sentences

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There was no diligent retailer in the Philippines who realized they overcharged you for an eBay or Amazon purchase you had forgotten you made years ago, and miraculously wanted to make you whole.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

In a report published last year the UK Covid Inquiry praised the former first minister as a "serious and diligent leader", but said she "often excluded" some government ministers and advisers from key discussions.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Those who have worked under both Viana and Begiristain speak of similarities between them: they are unassuming in their demeanour but diligent and structured in the way they operate.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

At 28 years old, Mr. Dalrymple is a genuine and diligent young talent, and will no doubt go on to write many books.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

In the evening, when there was nothing to do, we talked about the servants: who was clever, who was diligent, who was loyal.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan