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industrious

[in-duhs-tree-uhs] / ɪnˈdʌs tri əs /


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Always an industrious worker, his oeuvres ranged from stage set design to photography and printmaking.

From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026

In Miami or Madrid, they became industrious exiles, sending remittances back to their families in Cuba.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 8, 2026

Montreal’s mascot was Amik, the industrious Canadian beaver.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026

Having written or co-written six of the album’s songs, Burnett has proven himself to be one of Starr’s most able and industrious collaborators.

From Salon ● Apr. 24, 2026

“See that, Fangburn? Honest industrious work, and what for, eh?”

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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