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
Scholars vigorously debate the reasons why the United States locks up more of its citizens than any other liberal democracy, or even most authoritarian regimes.
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Kevin B. Smith, The Conversation, 2 Mar. 2026
Immediately use silicone spatula to stir egg mixture vigorously for about 10 seconds, then spread mixture in an even layer.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 1 Mar. 2026
Whisk vigorously until smooth and lump-free.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
This time, Kane nodded vigorously.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
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Kevin B. Smith, The Conversation, 2 Mar. 2026
Immediately use silicone spatula to stir egg mixture vigorously for about 10 seconds, then spread mixture in an even layer.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 1 Mar. 2026
Whisk vigorously until smooth and lump-free.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
This time, Kane nodded vigorously.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vigorously
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Their opposition to the attacks comes despite financial support from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which has come out strongly in favor of toppling the Iranian regime.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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In other words, compare both short-term and long-term CDs, but strongly consider the latter over the former right now.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The minister has previously accused Ukraine of forcibly conscripting members of a roughly 75,000-strong community of ethnic Hungarians residing in the western Ukrainian region of Zakarpattia.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Mar. 2026
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In the opening moments of the second episode of the two-part finale, Byron’s wife Franny (Isabella Rossellini) is forcibly given The Beauty by her sons, Tig (Ray Nicholson) and Gunther (Brandon Gillard).—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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New Delhi vehemently denied the allegations and accused former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government of harboring Sikh extremists of the Khalistan movement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Annie’s vehemently against the idea, worried the family will bring more harm than good.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
2 Mar. 2026
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Antscan/YouTube Beamtime at major synchrotron facilities is scarce and fiercely competitive, a practical bottleneck for any effort to digitize biodiversity at scale, notes Blagoderov.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Mar. 2026
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The projectiles failed to reach their target, but the Israeli military struck back fiercely.—
Rania Abouzeid,
New Yorker,
5 Mar. 2026
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Showrunner Bruce Miller says the series is rooted firmly in the television universe fans already know — not a straight adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s novel.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Mar. 2026
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For Farah, who says he was firmly convinced by his Age of Disclosure documentary participants, the real-world disclosure movement and the pop cultural side naturally travel hand in hand.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Mar. 2026
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Dallas Lincoln's Jada Patterson (24) drives hard to the basket during first quarter action against Fredericksburg.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Sustaining success is assuredly much harder.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Local Councilmember Lincoln Restler spoke forcefully against the proposal, noting that public land should only be used for public good and that any project had to come with firm commitments to complete Bushwick Inlet Park.—
Katherine Thompson,
New York Daily News,
2 Mar. 2026
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After forcefully dominating the paint and protecting the rim in Crean Lutheran wins, the imposing big man beams as teammates, classmates and supporters congratulate him.—
Diamond Leung,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Vigorously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigorously. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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