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
Stir vigorously for 30 seconds, then strain into a rocks glass filled partially with ice.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024
The rare earths are dissolved in one of the solvents, which is mixed vigorously with the other one.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Dec. 2024
This infection is usually caused by swimming, exposure to dirty water, vigorously clearing ear wax, or getting something stuck in the ear.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 30 Dec. 2024
Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled martini glass.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024
The rare earths are dissolved in one of the solvents, which is mixed vigorously with the other one.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Dec. 2024
This infection is usually caused by swimming, exposure to dirty water, vigorously clearing ear wax, or getting something stuck in the ear.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 30 Dec. 2024
Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled martini glass.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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In 2025, forward-thinking leaders must strongly consider wellness as a core business strategy.Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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While not mandatory, it’s strongly advised to get ready to leave for your safety.Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
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There’s also buzz for Moore’s co-star Margaret Qualley, who’s harnessing a CCA and Globe nod so far and hoping to hang on to a supporting actress race that’s as fiercely competitive as its leading counterpart.Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
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And who will reign supreme in what may be the most fiercely competitive category of the night: female actor in a comedy or musical?Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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Go hard or go home was Dalin’s motto during his record-smashing run.George Allen, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2025
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Elsewhere in the women’s bracket, two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka was made to work hard for her win by Spain’s Jéssica Bouzas.Matias Grez, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
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The geopolitical consequences are profound, especially as a new president prepares to take office: If Russia, or any other country, were found culpable for violent attacks on U.S. government personnel, Washington would likely feel compelled to forcefully respond.Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2025
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To a significant degree, that has prevented this week’s Santa Anas from broadly and forcefully spreading across the county and racing all the way to the sea.Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Vigorously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigorously. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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