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with a lot of physical energy or effort
- She scrubbed the floor vigorously until it sparkled.
- He nodded vigorously in agreement.
- The dog barked and wagged its tail vigorously.
- The children played vigorously in the yard.
- She shook the bottle vigorously before pouring.
2
in a forceful or assertive manner
- He vigorously denied all the accusations.
- The lawyer argued the case vigorously.
- She campaigned vigorously for environmental reform.
- They opposed the new tax vigorously at the meeting.
- He defended his position vigorously despite criticism.
3
in a way that shows strong health or active growth
- The plants in the greenhouse are growing vigorously.
- Grass sprouted vigorously after the spring rains.
- He recovered vigorously after the surgery.
- The garden flourished vigorously under her care.
- The weeds returned vigorously despite regular maintenance.
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