industrious
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Montreal’s mascot was Amik, the industrious Canadian beaver.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
He was industrious his entire life, eventually starting the fast-food chain known today as Chick-fil-A.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 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
The industrious attacking midfielder has become an integral part of Barcelona's squad since making his debut in the 2023/24 season, making 113 appearances and scoring 29 goals.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
“Everyone thought of him as a quiet, industrious man who would do just about anything he could to help our project,” Hans Bethe said.
From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin
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