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as in diligent
involved in often constant activity
the volunteers have been commendably laborious in their cleanup of the beach
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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
Often created through a long, laborious procedure from organic materials such as hemp, copper, wood, and even entire trees, her careful, cogent works possess a grounding evidence of their facture that sets them apart from the typically sleek, industrial-looking work of her Minimalist peers.
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News Desk, Artforum, 5 Sep. 2024
But there is one catch: right now, creating these cells into useful tissues is a laborious process that can cost hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars per patient.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
Different employment visas and green cards are far more laborious and expensive to apply for, and many clergy don’t qualify.
—Giovanna Dell’orto, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2024
Above them, the sky was fat with clouds, spewing an uncomfortable humidity that made moving feel laborious and dizzying.
—Ruby Opalka, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2024
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News Desk, Artforum, 5 Sep. 2024
But there is one catch: right now, creating these cells into useful tissues is a laborious process that can cost hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars per patient.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
Different employment visas and green cards are far more laborious and expensive to apply for, and many clergy don’t qualify.
—Giovanna Dell’orto, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2024
Above them, the sky was fat with clouds, spewing an uncomfortable humidity that made moving feel laborious and dizzying.
—Ruby Opalka, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laborious
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The company prides itself on its diligent authentication process, ensuring that every item sold is 100% genuine.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024
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As your wealth compounds, diligent legacy planning grows increasingly vital.Brian Niksa, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
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The melodic lines, particularly for brass, are very difficult to navigate.Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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High frequencies are more difficult to block out than other tones, as high-end noise-cancelling headphones from Apple, Bose, and Sony perform similarly.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on expanding its distribution business and broadening its product range, despite the challenging economic environment.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The digital detox journey can be challenging, but many people discover it to be rewarding in the end.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
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The busy news cycle will quickly move on from Insurance-Fraud Bear, and soon this whole ordeal will fade from our collective memory, much like the many silly bear stories of yesteryear.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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Last year, a 22-year-old man drove his car into a crowd in a busy district in the southern city of Guangzhou, killing five people.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Delays or budget overruns can erode profitability, so maintaining rigorous oversight and having contingency plans in place are both essential to navigating the complexities of large-scale developments.Meyer Orbach, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Like all the other models that will eventually populate the Classic lineup, the Runabout is set to be produced in limited numbers as a measure to ensure both exclusivity and craftsmanship of the highest, most rigorous standards.Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
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The dedicated graphics card is capable of 1080p gaming at medium settings just as long as the title isn’t too demanding and will help with any graphic design tasks.Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Every iPhone 16 has 8 GB of RAM, yet that’s cutting it close for the most demanding titles and can lead to crashes.Craig Grannell, WIRED, 4 Nov. 2024
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Both professors caution that adverse weather could reduce voter turnout, especially among less politically engaged voters who may skip voting due to rain or snow.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Seeing a movie at a theatre is another way to stay away from your phone and hopefully become engaged in something that isn’t the election.Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Buffs need to find a way to grind out tough yards on the ground, especially late.Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Bosa confirmed Wednesday that playing through a hip injury last game was the toughest pain he’s endured in 5 1/2 seasons.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Laborious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laborious. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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