unflagging

adjective

ˌən-ˈfla-giŋ How to pronounce unflagging (audio)
Definition of unflaggingnext
as in meticulous
showing no signs of weariness even after long hard effort being rewarded for the unflagging zeal with which she led the fund-raising campaign

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Recent Examples of unflagging The new press release appears to tout that same unflagging punk ethos. — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2025 Trump has been back in the White House for a little more than six months, and his family’s zeal is unflagging. — David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 11 Aug. 2025 Tristan is the ultramarathon of opera roles, long and punishing, and not many tenors carry it off with such unflagging grace. — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026 Rafael, a trans man learning to accept his own body, and Carolina, his unflagging companion, set off to Chile to secure Rafael’s sense of acceptance – his of self and his family’s. — John Hopewell, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unflagging
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflagging
  1. meticulous
  2. relentless
  3. indefatigable
  4. tireless
  5. inexhaustible
  6. conscientious
  7. active
  8. vigorous
Adjective
  • It is well known that Jefferson kept meticulous weather records over several decades.
    — Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • Licensing calls for meticulous attention to ownership splits, territorial rights, and expiration dates.
    — Faye Bradley, Variety, 2 July 2026
Definition of meticulous
Adjective
  • Swiss brand On is rapidly disrupting Nike's long-standing dominance in the global running footwear market, alongside Hoka, by prioritizing relentless innovation over celebrity endorsements.
    — Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The story of America is a story of industry, technical skill, and relentless optimism for what the future holds.
    — Mark Rayfield, Fortune, 1 July 2026
Definition of relentless
Adjective
  • Walter would become my indispensable, indefatigable partner in every endeavor that followed.
    — Bill Frist, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • The audience and the other participants go to great lengths each season to insure the safety of the few indefatigable girls who impress us with their authenticity and make full use of their latitude to become tragic heroines.
    — Lillian Fishman, New Yorker, 27 June 2026
Definition of indefatigable
Adjective
  • Based on extensive research and conversations with Ms Lee, her family and others in her circle, Roché’s narrative emphasizes how much faith, patience and tireless effort was required of Lee’s generation just to secure the basic dignities of American citizenship.
    — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • For those performances, not only did an excitedly tireless Conlon spend an hour before performances in the talks, but afterward, despite operas that lasted five hours or more, he could be found behind the bar at Kendell’s, the theater’s downstairs brasserie, serving drinks.
    — Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
Definition of tireless
Adjective
  • But the collapse of North Atlantic cod remains a stark reminder that nothing is inexhaustible.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026
  • People of this era thought the supply of game in America was inexhaustible.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026
Definition of inexhaustible
Adjective
  • Can its legions drink that much beer and still be conscientious enough to clear away the trash?
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
  • Trea Turner was conscientious enough to wait for his double-play partner, Bryson Stott, who had authored one of the finest games of his career.
    — Matt Gelb, New York Times, 24 June 2026
Definition of conscientious
Adjective
  • People should not approach wild animals that appear sick, injured, or dead, including nocturnal species such as bats and raccoons that are active during daylight hours.
    — Kelli Arseneau, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • The union has been in active negotiations with the state to draft a new contract, but the two parties had not reached a deal as of Tuesday, when the existing agreement is scheduled to expire.
    — William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of active
Adjective
  • Dunlap notes that borage can grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, while tomatoes are known for their vigorous growth.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026
  • Levine Cava gave the golden-colored dog a vigorous pat on the head.
    — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 27 June 2026
Definition of vigorous

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“Unflagging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unflagging. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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