1
as in actively
in a manner involving great or constant activity
struggling diligently to contact everyone who might need a ride to the polls
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2
as in hard
with great effort or determination
working diligently to finish his documentary in time for the film festival
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Adverb
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Any display of weakness encourages Russia to continue and strike harder, as has happened throughout the year.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025 -
Elsewhere in the women’s bracket, two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka was made to work hard for her win by Spain’s Jéssica Bouzas.—
Matias Grez,
CNN,
15 Jan. 2025
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In both 1996 and 2000, Steve campaigned vigorously for the Republican nomination for the Presidency.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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All threats, anywhere, or at any time throughout this sector will be addressed vigorously.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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Cunningham’s message to the group lasted no more than 30 seconds — with starting center Jalen Duren listening intently — but by the time the huddle dispersed, the team seemed unified.—
Kelly Iko,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Shade liked watching birds but was also listening intently to the dial-up modem’s buzz.—
Alexandra Jacobs,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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Leaders should continuously evaluate their progress and seek innovative solutions to reduce their climate impact.—
Hugo Kimber,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Living standards fall continuously, millennials are screwed (never mind the following generations).—
Marlene Engelhorn,
TIME,
16 Jan. 2025
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