as in strongly
in a vigorous and forceful manner
vigorously shook my hand and told me how happy he was to be there
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Recent Examples of vigorously
However, the Secret Service must vigorously investigate any situation or individual, regardless of position or status, that could pose or be perceived as posing a threat to any of our protectees.
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Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Too Early As temperatures drop and daylight decreases, grass slows its above-ground growth (the roots continue to grow vigorously in the lingering warm soil).
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025
James’ lawyers have vigorously denied any allegations and characterized the investigation as an act of political revenge.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 Sep. 2025
James' lawyers have vigorously denied any allegations and characterized the investigation as an act of political revenge.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
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Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Too Early As temperatures drop and daylight decreases, grass slows its above-ground growth (the roots continue to grow vigorously in the lingering warm soil).
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025
James’ lawyers have vigorously denied any allegations and characterized the investigation as an act of political revenge.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 Sep. 2025
James' lawyers have vigorously denied any allegations and characterized the investigation as an act of political revenge.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vigorously
Adverb
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High jewelry has grown strongly, and accounts for 15 percent of revenue, up from 5 to 6 percent four years ago, said Sassine.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, Stein strongly criticized the decision by GOP lawmakers to include a provision in the bill directing the state to adopt an alternative method of execution, in an attempt to restart the death penalty.—
Avi Bajpai,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Porter was stopped by deputies while switching seats with her father during a drive, and body camera footage shows her being forcibly detained, according to her lawsuit.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
6 Oct. 2025
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Several individuals were seen forcibly restrained.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Richards has vehemently denied Glanville's claims.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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When the affair allegations initially emerged, Kate vehemently denied things ever turned romantic with Neild.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Tech companies are competing fiercely to build the most powerful AI models, but some investors worry the market is in a bubble.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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Deep into injury time, there was an example of Van Hecke’s fiercely competitive nature.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Fill a large pot nearly to the top with loose potting soil, and press in each plant firmly, leaving plenty of room for growth underneath.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Entering the game, Nacua had only found the end zone once but had already racked up 503 receiving yards on 42 catches, putting him firmly on pace to challenge former Detroit Lions wideout Calvin Johnson’s single-season record of 1,964 yards set in 2012 with Matthew Stafford as his quarterback.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Nobody worked harder in practice, and that became contagious to his teammates.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The best curtains on Amazon are hard-working pieces of home decor.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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For human rights advocates, Johnson’s reluctance to forcefully criticize Bukele at the time was a sign of his undue deference to the Salvadoran leader.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
30 Sep. 2025
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Even 6 inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Vigorously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigorously. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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