can–do

adjective \ˈkan-ˈdü\

: having or showing an ability to do difficult things

Full Definition of CAN-DO

: characterized by eager willingness to accept and meet challenges <a can–do attitude>

— can–do–ism \-ˌi-zəm\ noun

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1945

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