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rigorous

[rig-er-uhs] / ˈrɪg ər əs /


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“Our Land” is the work of a director whose attention is rigorous, whose care is genuine, but who is also conscious of her outsider’s perspective.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Before heading to space, MK1 underwent rigorous testing inside Chamber A at NASA's Johnson Space Center.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

Barclays predicts that by 2027, quantum systems will finally prove their superiority over classical computers in real-world applications—assuming those results withstand rigorous technical scrutiny.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Canadian policymakers have encouraged a more rigorous interpretation of antitrust laws amid criticism that a concentration in key industries has limited competition and weighed on the country’s productivity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

The more tests given—and the more students enrolled in rigorous courses—the higher the ranking a school achieves.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove




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