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as in thorough
covering everything or all important points
a comprehensive overview of European history since the French Revolution
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as in complete
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
a comprehensive listing of all the paintings generally attributed to the Dutch artist Rembrandt
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as in extensive
trying all possibilities
comprehensive plans for covering just about any conceivable terrorist attack
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Recent Examples of comprehensive
Sky Sports will remain the Saturday broadcaster for the 5.30pm UK local time match and gets a comprehensive highlights package and shoulder content.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2025
Offering the most comprehensive suite of scalable HR solutions available in the marketplace, Insperity is defined by an unrivaled breadth and depth of services and level of care.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
The group has also joined with other investors in co-filing shareholder resolutions calling for Tesla to adopt comprehensive labor rights policies, including noninterference with worker organizing and compliance with global labor standards.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2025
What makes Wiz particularly compelling is its ability to integrate with more than 150 tools across the modern cloud stack, enabling organizations to build a comprehensive and dynamic security posture.
—Chris McHenry, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2025
Offering the most comprehensive suite of scalable HR solutions available in the marketplace, Insperity is defined by an unrivaled breadth and depth of services and level of care.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
The group has also joined with other investors in co-filing shareholder resolutions calling for Tesla to adopt comprehensive labor rights policies, including noninterference with worker organizing and compliance with global labor standards.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2025
What makes Wiz particularly compelling is its ability to integrate with more than 150 tools across the modern cloud stack, enabling organizations to build a comprehensive and dynamic security posture.
—Chris McHenry, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive
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Key steps like doing thorough keyword analysis, enabling captions for accessibility, crafting clear, meaningful titles and organizing videos by context are essential.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Footwear News’ global network of editors has carefully curated all product selections featured using our expansive brand knowledge and thorough research to find quality, long-lasting items.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
21 Aug. 2025
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According to The Wall Street Journal, the main house has five bedrooms and is complete with mountain views.—
Kaycee Sloan,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Where The Last Mile Breaks Brands often assume that once the package leaves the warehouse, the customer journey is complete.—
Brandon Batchelor,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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There was an extensive police presence, and two SWAT vehicles were on the scene.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
14 Aug. 2025
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Some doctors and their professional associations say physicians’ extensive training leads to better care, and that some hospitals are just trying to save money by not employing them.—
Arielle Zionts. KFF Health News,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Its classic mountain charm is enhanced by large decks, an intimate stone patio and large windows capturing panoramic views of the lake.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Monarch Club The ritzy downtown rooftop bar provides panoramic views of Detroit's skyline.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The sprint is underway for us at the Free Press to bring these stories to life and introduce our readers to the standout athletes and communities across Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties and the entire state.—
Freep.com,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Old Farmer's Almanac is also predicting a warm and dry fall season for the entire state.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Mountaineers’ offense was on full display, and the senior was a part of the show.—
Emma Moon,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, investors are also still waiting to see the full impact of Trump's sweeping tariffs on the broader economy.—
Maria Aspan,
NPR,
30 Aug. 2025
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The Appropriations Committee reported the legislation by a 26-1 vote, and the whole body voted in favor, 81-15, with four senators not voting.—
Kevin R. Kosar,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
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Ohtani is expected to be available for the whole series; the two-way marvel missed Thursday’s win in Colorado after he was pelted by a line drive atop the mound.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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Green Street is downtown Lee’s Summit’s new community space – featuring an inclusive playground, stage, public art and an indoor-outdoor farmers market.—
Eden Dinneen,
Kansas City Star,
20 Aug. 2025
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Inflation has pushed up prices, however as most people book all inclusive, it is somewhat mitigated.—
Sophie Kiderlin,Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Comprehensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehensive. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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