diligence

US /ˈdɪl.ə.dʒəns/
UK /ˈdɪl.ə.dʒəns/
1.

careful and persistent work or effort.

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few party members challenge his diligence as an MP
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conscientiousnessassiduityrigorthoroughnessattentivenessearnestnessconstancyperseverancepersistencetenacityzealdedicationcommitmentindustryhard workapplicationeffortconcentrationcareattentioncontinuance
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lazinesscarelessness
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diligent