rigorous
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Its corporate communications “was an early adopter and leverages the technology in a number of areas including copy-editing and proofreading, complementing rigorous team member reviews.”
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
The crew members paused their rigorous scientific observations for just three or four minutes to let the surreal feeling settle.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
"I have never seen such a rigorous review process," Lutz said.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
In Canada gun ownership is regulated by laws that require would-be gun owners to obtain a licence by passing a safety course and rigorous background checks before they can purchase a firearm.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Glenn’s training was very rigorous, including his physical fitness.
From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson
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