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as in hardship
something that is a cause for suffering or special effort especially in the attainment of a goal
hard-bitten folk who survived many rigors on the way to the promised land
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as in severity
the quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism)
after being coddled by his former coach, the swimmer was shocked by the rigor of the new training program
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as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
said that she had heard that excuse a million times, but then she was never known for the rigor of her calculations
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Recent Examples of rigor
The families were reluctant at that time to subject their daughters to the rigors of the criminal justice system.
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Ana Claudia Chacin and, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
Catlett’s strong academic background reflects the rigor of my own studies at Kampala’s Makerere University, where I was introduced to female professors who unabashedly made larger-than-life-size sculptures.
—Leilah Babirye, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
His professional journey is characterized by a remarkable blend of academic rigor and practical innovation.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Large-bodied and strong, at 6-5, 235 pounds, Ortiz should have the stamina to withstand the rigors of an entire season at the big league level.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Ana Claudia Chacin and, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
Catlett’s strong academic background reflects the rigor of my own studies at Kampala’s Makerere University, where I was introduced to female professors who unabashedly made larger-than-life-size sculptures.
—Leilah Babirye, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
His professional journey is characterized by a remarkable blend of academic rigor and practical innovation.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Large-bodied and strong, at 6-5, 235 pounds, Ortiz should have the stamina to withstand the rigors of an entire season at the big league level.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for rigor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigor
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During her detention, Sala endured significant hardships.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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Despite suffering from physical and emotional hardship, Kahlo became a feminist icon, known for her unapologetic approach to body image and her vivid use of color.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
20 Jan. 2025
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But not every director of Tarantino's pedigree agrees with his diagnosis of the industry's ills or, at least, his sense of its severity.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Autism is a spectrum, Alpert noted, which means symptoms can vary significantly in type and severity.—
Melissa Rudy,
Fox News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Madhavan plays Radhe Mohan Sharma, whose simple quest for accounting accuracy pits him against influential banker Micky Mehta (Mukesh) in an escalating battle for justice.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Jan. 2025
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The government has pressured universities, banks and other institutions in mainland China and Hong Kong to make sure that their economists do not question the accuracy of government statistics.—
Keith Bradsher,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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Milk, wheat, and soy, the three undeclared allergens in the barbecue sauce, can lead to severe or life-threatening reactions such as anaphylaxis, which involves difficulty breathing and a drop in blood pressure.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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The Ravens are the DVOA darlings for a second straight season, a metric that measures teams on a per play basis, accounting for difficulty of opponent and other items.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2025
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This model serves as a bridge between eras, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the charm of a classic design executed with modern precision and materials.—
Bhanu Chopra,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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The skilled professionals of the 901 area have elevated this technique into a true art form, creating seamless, natural-looking results that showcase their technical precision and creative vision.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
22 Jan. 2025
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Not to mention that for right now, the latter completes any all-white winter outfit formula to monochromatic perfection.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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Jordi Fernandez drew up a play for Cam Johnson at the top of the key, and his team executed to near perfection.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Rigor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigor. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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