1
as in diligent
involved in often constant activity
the volunteers have been commendably laborious in their cleanup of the beach
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as in difficult
requiring considerable physical or mental effort
the laborious task of cleaning up the oil spill
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as in challenging
requiring much time, effort, or careful attention
that report is the product of months of laborious research
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Recent Examples of laborious
The ever-growing demand for brand and marketing content has created a need for products that can make managing those creative assets less laborious.
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Tim Baysinger, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025
There’s a satisfying rhythm to these tasks, and the game makes even the most laborious chores feel worthwhile.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
At the Japanese factory, the pieces go through a slower, more laborious production process than other pairs, via a variety of hand touches such as dyeing process, and distressing.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2025
Snow shoveling — a laborious chore has become a routine activity for millions of Americans after a deadly winter storm covered swaths of the country with fresh snow over the last couple of days.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Tim Baysinger, Axios, 9 Jan. 2025
There’s a satisfying rhythm to these tasks, and the game makes even the most laborious chores feel worthwhile.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
At the Japanese factory, the pieces go through a slower, more laborious production process than other pairs, via a variety of hand touches such as dyeing process, and distressing.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2025
Snow shoveling — a laborious chore has become a routine activity for millions of Americans after a deadly winter storm covered swaths of the country with fresh snow over the last couple of days.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laborious
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Kurt's key takeaways Tony's story is a chilling reminder that even the most diligent savers can fall victim to sophisticated scams.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Ignoring these factors can undermine even the most diligent retirement saver. 3.—
Mike Vietri,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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On the other hand lies the more difficult but ultimately more promising path: repudiation of that post-2008 legacy and a conscientious return to a politics of the prudential center.—
Newsweek,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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But their happy romance is soon demolished when Jenny reappears in their lives, thrusting all three into a difficult and messy journey towards true accountability and adulthood.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 Mar. 2025
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Global hiring can offer a fresh solution in these challenging times.—
James Peters,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Reliability is particularly important and challenging as the impacts of climate change accelerate, with more frequent catastrophic weather events straining energy infrastructure.—
Mike Shriberg,
The Conversation,
10 Mar. 2025
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However, the Panthers were able to get a two-year deal done with cornerback Mike Jackson after a busy day of negotiating elsewhere.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2025
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The good news is, Spanx’s sale section is currently bursting with pieces practically made for long-haul flights and busy travel days, so now is the best time to fill any gaps in your wardrobe before the weather heats up.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2025
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All in all, even a moderate approach was like 12-hours of rigorous cardio.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2025
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Every mortgage article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of mortgage products.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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While lapidary work involves precise and sometimes physically demanding tasks, the CEYLONS female gem-cutting program aims to banish any and all misconceptions that such labor is unsuitable for women.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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The most obvious question those holding or thinking of picking up tickets for future shows might be asking is whether Ann could still deliver some of the most demanding wailing in the rock ‘n’ roll canon at age 74, with or without the recent issues.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
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Turn passing glances into engaged followers by speaking directly to their immediate concerns.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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After meeting online and falling in love, Jay and Pamela are engaged and live together with Jay’s parents.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Schneider wants to take calculated risks in free agency, but that can be tough to do when Seattle is one of many teams needing interior offensive upgrades.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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Another really tough stretch is ahead for the Heat.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Laborious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laborious. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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