diligent
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Indexing presumes general market efficiency: The counterparty to an active seller is an active buyer; both are confident, well-staffed and diligent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 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
Gauci suggests the "quite remarkable" notebook suggests Geisel had been "studious" and was doing "diligent work".
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
“One thing that I admire most about Britt and her preparation for her sport is how diligent she is,” Knight said.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
“That is the work of Therese, who is most diligent in the laundry,” she says.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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