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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2
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
State officials and elections experts reject the allegations as baseless, pointing to California’s generous mail voting rules, laborious signature checks and a predictable ‘red mirage’ that initially favors Republicans.
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Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Having to subpoena data would make enforcement far more laborious and less efficient.
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Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
1 June 2026
For how vibrant and buoyant the film’s cinematography, production design, and costume design are, the script and its laborious dialogue are twice as leaden.
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Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
23 May 2026
When setting up new Windows PCs or temporary virtual machines, the biometric data may not be so readily available, and setting up a passkey every time can be laborious.
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Jon Martindale,
PC Magazine,
21 May 2026
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Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Having to subpoena data would make enforcement far more laborious and less efficient.
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Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
1 June 2026
For how vibrant and buoyant the film’s cinematography, production design, and costume design are, the script and its laborious dialogue are twice as leaden.
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Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
23 May 2026
When setting up new Windows PCs or temporary virtual machines, the biometric data may not be so readily available, and setting up a passkey every time can be laborious.
—
Jon Martindale,
PC Magazine,
21 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laborious
Adjective
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Since then, Roberts, who will also manage the NL All-Star team, has appreciated how diligent Pages has remained in his routine.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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If a separate closet or dresser outside the bathroom is unavailable to you, then Trosclair advises being diligent in cycling through your linens and washing them regularly to fight any mildewing, molding, or weathering from the moisture.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
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Some organizers say America's complicated and at times difficult history is being glossed over by fireworks and flag-waving ‒ or that it's being politicized by an administration that has actively worked to advance its version of history.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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The move gives Marte another chance to work his way back to the major leagues after a difficult stretch that included a brief stop with the Cincinnati Reds organization earlier this year before a cut.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Keeping your hair looking and feeling shiny can be challenging, but not with this hair kit.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
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Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Jaime Moore said that fighting the fire had been extremely challenging.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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Cohen said Humble Robotics is working to make cabless vehicles applicable to public roads, particularly those surrounding the busy ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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If there is a busy period during the day, let children know in advance and then follow through by setting aside time later to connect.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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McIlroy bogeyed 18 to finish at one under, squarely in the hunt, considering the tough conditions limited scoring.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Parker, a former Eagles assistant, has risen quickly through the NFL coaching ranks and now faces a tough task with a roster full of new faces and high expectations.—
Briana Aldridge,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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In a demanding, real-world performance setting — a capstone exercise, a live performance, a high-stakes simulation — the goal is not to eliminate all mistakes, but to stay in control and navigate the zone of being uncomfortable.—
Ulrik Juul Christensen,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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New York crowds are passionate, honest, and demanding.—
Mark Harris,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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For the fathers who have flocked to his page, his messages about continuing to show up as an engaged parent have clearly struck a chord.—
Christian Dashiell Published,
Parents,
18 June 2026
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More importantly, the entire team became more engaged, decisive and effective.—
Kent Merrell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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This is why getting a high-definition picture of a leader — through rigorous assessment, psychometric profiling, structured reference gathering, and behavioural history — is not an optional extra in the selection process.—
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Every gas article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of personal finance products.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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“Laborious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laborious. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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