rigorous

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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

The justices sent the case back to the lower courts with instructions to apply more rigorous scrutiny to the law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Managers with experienced investment teams, rigorous underwriting standards and strong risk controls are structurally better positioned to navigate periods of stress.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

“This rigorous approach just hasn’t been taken with VSELs. I find the work mystifying and lacking in rigor,” he said.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

“But, Dr. Blackbridge, sir, I’ve had a breakthrough! I think. I mean, I won’t know for sure until we run a series of rigorous tests.”

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein