rigorous
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“The report’s findings do not accurately reflect the school’s rigorous, individualized, and merit-based admissions process and our firm commitment to complying with applicable federal and state antidiscrimination laws.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
The US State Department told BBC Africa that it welcomes "legitimate travellers" to the World Cup and adjudicates each visa application on a case-by-case basis "after rigorous review and thorough vetting".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
A Lockheed spokeswoman said the company is working with the government and its suppliers to “eliminate bottlenecks and shorten lead times wherever possible, while still maintaining the rigorous performance and safety standards required.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
But in a separate less rigorous study also examining berobenatide in obesity, less than 10% of people discontinued treatment.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026
But in Glasgow, leading up to the meet, our training days were so rigorous and long that I began to feel exhausted.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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