1
as in energy
active strength of body or mind
she was picked to lead the volunteer group because of her vigor and enthusiasm
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as in strength
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
a drug for lowering cholesterol that acts with proven vigor
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Recent Examples of vigor
In smaller venues, power-chord rockers including Joan Jett and Heart roared with undiminished vigor.
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025
Like a plant that breaks through the imperviousness of brick, its roots prowling the dark, the vigor of its leaves imposing a new landscape, this story reaches for the sun.
—Literary Hub, 11 Dec. 2025
Though these are all very classic notes, My Hero Academia hits them with convincing vigor and a lot of heart.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
When Ertz left, so did any remaining emotion or vigor in the Commanders.
—Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2025
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025
Like a plant that breaks through the imperviousness of brick, its roots prowling the dark, the vigor of its leaves imposing a new landscape, this story reaches for the sun.
—Literary Hub, 11 Dec. 2025
Though these are all very classic notes, My Hero Academia hits them with convincing vigor and a lot of heart.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
When Ertz left, so did any remaining emotion or vigor in the Commanders.
—Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 8 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vigor
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Russia struck Ukrainian energy assets in several regions of Ukraine on Thursday but there were no strikes on those facilities overnight, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Beijing has spent decades growing its trade ties and bankrolling projects in the region, to boost transportation links and cut energy costs – cementing its own influence along the way.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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The relative strength index, or RSI, is a technical indicator that measures the speed and magnitude of recent price moves.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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The research relied on metrics covering loneliness, depressive symptoms, memory, and grip strength to gauge physical health.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
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Once called ''the funniest woman on TV,'' Catherine O'Hara spends much of her time these days bellying up against a snooker table at the Squeeze Club, a Toronto juice bar and pool hall.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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While Moore is hopeful for another shipment to arrive soon, he's been forced to adapt by mixing in beet juice and sand with the salt.—
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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The experience also reinforced Madsen’s belief in the power of social media.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Mophie's power bank has the functionality of a wireless MagSafe connection, with the convenience of a stand.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Paint Accent Wall An accent wall lends vitality to a room by changing the color or texture of one wall.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
31 Jan. 2026
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To this end, Bitcoin price formation is increasingly informed by macroeconomic factors and market vitality, rather than by internal supply and production factors.—
Jason Phillips,
Ascend Agency,
30 Jan. 2026
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There are muscles behind your skin and face, and my mother did it her whole life.—
E. Alex Jung,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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With osteomalacia and rickets, a person may experience throbbing bone discomfort and muscle weakness and pain.—
Mark Stibich,
Verywell Health,
30 Jan. 2026
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Multiple royal watchers have claimed the prince has struggled to move beyond the fallout of his dramatic exit from royal life six years ago, citing professional setbacks and lingering personal tensions.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Years of reading ensued—books on art history, women in art, and Marina’s life and work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Last year’s changes among the states were significant because population growth brings more taxpayers, economic dynamism and demand for goods and services.—
Mike Schneider,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Ambitious young chefs, contemporary artists, and reggaeton’s biggest names right now (many of whom hail from PR) are injecting fresh dynamism into the island, and demanding the rest of the world pay attention.—
Kathleen Squires,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Vigor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigor. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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