| He was a diligent preparation type of coach who really was a master of the practice. |
| In autumn when the leaves lie thick on the ground, these diligent workers sweep up and bag the leaves. |
| If I am diligent I can get an extra few weeks out of the delphiniums, foxgloves and monkshood by removing the spent blooms. |
| Supt Hussey had always been co-operative, diligent and amenable in his work, she said. |
| He was a shy and delicate child and always lacked stamina but was exceptionally diligent and serious-minded. |
| Be honest and diligent girls, tender and modest wives, wise mothers, and you will be good patriots. |
