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vigorous

[vig-er-uhs] / ˈvɪg ər əs /


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In many communities, the result has been a vigorous and vocal backlash, including in California.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

In the deeply coded discourse of superpower relations, I think that translates into vigorous competition and disagreement, but without an actual shooting war.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Collett rejected this, and said "it is doubtful that vigorous children and teenagers would take much notice".

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Mr. Orbán, visibly less vigorous at 62, lost to the fiery young reformer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

She was large and vigorous, impatient with Willie, who had to be told things more than once, but, as the days wore on, won over by Lyddie’s hard work and quiet ways.

From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson




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