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as in vigorous
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
parents who voiced strenuous objections to the new textbooks
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as in difficult
requiring considerable physical or mental effort
a strenuous workout on the obstacle course
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Recent Examples of strenuous
If venturing outside, folks should take regular breaks in the shade and limit strenuous activities to early morning and evening.
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Katie Langford, Denver Post, 21 June 2025
The agency has a long list of recommendations to protect oneself during periods of extreme heat, including the use of air conditioners or portable electric fans when possible, eating light, minimizing exposure to the sun, and reducing strenuous activities until cooler parts of the day.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 20 June 2025
While there are numerous responses to help subdue hair loss, from professional wigs to hair transplants, laser therapy for hair loss offers a longer-lasting solution without the strenuous or often painful process that some other options offer.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Mountaineers, hikers, trail runners, skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts benefit from the fabric’s adaptability for variable weather conditions and strenuous activities.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2025
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Katie Langford, Denver Post, 21 June 2025
The agency has a long list of recommendations to protect oneself during periods of extreme heat, including the use of air conditioners or portable electric fans when possible, eating light, minimizing exposure to the sun, and reducing strenuous activities until cooler parts of the day.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 20 June 2025
While there are numerous responses to help subdue hair loss, from professional wigs to hair transplants, laser therapy for hair loss offers a longer-lasting solution without the strenuous or often painful process that some other options offer.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Mountaineers, hikers, trail runners, skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts benefit from the fabric’s adaptability for variable weather conditions and strenuous activities.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strenuous
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That means doing your best to get in at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity exercise, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous exercise, along with two days of strength training, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).—
Korin Miller,
Flow Space,
16 June 2025
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But that narrative hasn't stuck to Trump, who is known to ramble in public speeches but comes off as more vigorous to the public than Biden did.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
15 June 2025
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No matter how sweet, the little crocodile grows bigger and more difficult to care for.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
10 June 2025
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Despite her risky gambit, Metcalfe, who is studying to be an attorney at the University of Law in Manchester, England, admits that her sport has helped her through some of the most difficult times of her life.—
Andy Frye,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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But even in Alberta, a province that has favored development, the legacy policies are still likely not aggressive enough to meet the moment.—
Mark Le Dain,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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The direct heat from the iron’s metal plate can be too aggressive on delicates but necessary for more structured or heavy-duty materials.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2025
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Dumping syndrome can be more challenging to diagnose in children.—
Janelle McSwiggin,
Health,
14 June 2025
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Preparing to shoot the live-action footage was also challenging.—
Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
14 June 2025
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Swart said another giveaway is the hotel accommodations that are arranged for violent rioters.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
21 June 2025
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Newsom and Trump have sparred over the California protests after the president federalized National Guard troops, arguing local officials were not doing enough to quell demonstrations that at times grew violent, though most protesters were peaceful.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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The next afternoon, Gomes sat in and watched Ohtani throw a rigorous bullpen session to simulate multiple innings.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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Adopt a zero-trust security model that emphasizes rigorous access rules and constant authentication.—
Rob Lydic,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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The San Francisco Giants answered any remaining questions about their hopes of contending this season with an emphatic move to bring in slugger Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Sure, the No. 3 pick of the 2018 draft revived his formerly flailing career in an emphatic way last season, injecting himself into the MVP conversation while leading the Minnesota Vikings to the brink of the NFC’s No. 1 playoff seed.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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The vote took place against an increasingly violent backlash to the Trump administration's tough immigration policies.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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In Mind For startups, achieving more with less can be tough.—
John Hall,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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“Strenuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strenuous. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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