rigorous
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But that is fundamentally different from a rigorous, empirically-grounded conclusion about mass political behavior.
From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026
Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, spokesman for operations in the northeast, said that the strikes followed "sustained intelligence" and "a rigorous and professional targeting process".
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 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
There is less incentive to fight for an A in a notoriously rigorous course, says freshman Kay Hwang, when students can just take an easier alternative.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
I could tell her anything, and I learned more from her about the world outside our apartment than I ever did from my rigorous lessons with Malcolm and Maud.
From "Confessions of a Murder Suspect" by James Patterson
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