industry

Definition

  • noun: the process of making products by using machinery and factories
  • noun: diligence in an employment or pursuit
  • synonyms: assiduity, laboriousness, perseverance

Examples

  • She became so popular that a whole 'industry' grew up around her and her image.

  • She is admired for her 'industry'. [='industriousness']

  • He favors policies that promote 'industry'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) this department... it had the worst programming record in television history. This network hasn't one show in the top . This network is an industry joke. We better start putting together one winner for next September. l want a show developed... based on the activities of a terrorist group. (..)
    1976 Network
  • (..) l'd like to come on, make some brief farewell statement... and then turn the show over to Jack Snowden. l have years at this network. l have some standing in the industry. l just don't want to go out like a clown. lt'll be simple, dignified. You and Harry can check the copy. (..)
    1976 Network