rigor
noun
strictness, severity, or harshness, as in dealing with people.
rigors
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pluralof rigor.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He also credited his Jewish day school education—in which he juggled religious education alongside a standard curriculum—as useful training for the rigors of start-ups.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
But the rigors of touring, especially with travel the way it is ...
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2026
The German, who logic says should be eaten alive by the horrible rigors of his job at Ibrox, also looks like he's revelling in the gig.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2025
In other words, Mr. Gould writes, “young strivers who were willing to endure the rigors of urban decay.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2025
“So practising with your team will prepare him for the rigors of American collegiate tennis, should he get the scholarship.”
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
