rigorous

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He made a deal with the right, left, and center in Hungary, and he was ruthless, and rigorous, and disciplined in making this commitment.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Jennifer Levitz is the editor of National Affairs, a team that brings curiosity, rigorous reporting and engaging writing to the big subjects unfolding in cities and towns across America.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Much of the chatter never moves past a relatively small, dishy circle of political gossips because the supposed misdeeds, while titillating, can’t stand up to rigorous scrutiny.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

But that is fundamentally different from a rigorous, empirically-grounded conclusion about mass political behavior.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

“I was fortunate to receive a rigorous and well-rounded education,” she said, choosing her words carefully.

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood