strivers

[/ˈstraɪvərz/]

noun

esforçados

1. People who make great efforts to achieve something; individuals who strive hard toward their goals

The strivers in the organization are often promoted fastest.

Os esforçados da organização são frequentemente promovidos mais rapidamente.

2. Ambitious individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds who work hard to improve their status

Many strivers migrate to cities seeking better opportunities.

Muitos esforçados migram para as cidades em busca de melhores oportunidades.

NYC Slang

hustlers, grinders, go-hards

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

esforçados

Most common term for ambitious, hardworking individuals

São Paulo

batalhadores

Regional variant emphasizing the struggle and battle aspect

Rio de Janeiro

guerreiros

Colloquial variant meaning 'warriors,' emphasizing determination

Portugal

esforçados

Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'trabalhadores ambiciosos'

pull oneself up by one's bootstraps

climb the ladder

go the extra mile

pay one's dues

earn one's stripes

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