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vig·or·ous·ly | \ ˈvi-g(ə-)rəs-lē 
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\Definition of vigorously
: in a vigorous manner : with force and energy
He vigorously denied the accusations. In a medium bowl, vigorously stir together the remaining ingredients, except for the pine nuts, to make the filling.— Mei Chin Last fall, Democratic congressional staffers vigorously researched what options they have …— Jonathan Schwarz
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The first known use of vigorously was in the 15th century
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