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
But in a separate less rigorous study also examining berobenatide in obesity, less than 10% of people discontinued treatment.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026
Olenick's group is demanding a more rigorous rulemaking process that takes direction from neuroscientists, climate scientists and education experts who can "really assess whether any of these tools belong in schools."
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
He said I’d been educated according to a rigorous program designed by my mother, who’d made sure I met all the requirements to graduate.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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