Phrases Talking About Learning and Education

To be intellectually rigorous

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Meaning

To be thorough, accurate, and precise in one's thinking and analysis.

Example sentences

John: 'Her research was exceptionally thorough and well-supported.'

Alice: 'Yes, she demonstrated a real commitment to being intellectually rigorous in her approach.'

John: 'Exactly, it wasn't intellectually rigorous enough to be convincing.'

Alice: 'His argument lacked sufficient evidence and considered counterarguments.'