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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
after an exhaustive search of our house, we still hadn't found the cat
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
an exhaustive survey of the nation's sexual habits
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Recent Examples of exhaustive
After a bruising fight, exhaustive appeals and a future that looked dim, a presence both reviled and beloved returned this week.
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Megan Poinski, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Last year, after its exhaustive review of the existing evidence linking synthetic dyes to neurobehavioral problems in children, California passed a second law.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
In 2022, the Resource Renewal Institute, the Center for Biological Diversity and the Western Watersheds Project sued the National Park Service to prevent it from implementing an amendment to its general management plan that had been approved the prior year following exhaustive public hearings.
—Richard Halstead, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2025
This isn’t an exhaustive list, but these are a few of the biggest risers who have caught my eye since the season began.
—Corey Pronman, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Megan Poinski, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Last year, after its exhaustive review of the existing evidence linking synthetic dyes to neurobehavioral problems in children, California passed a second law.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
In 2022, the Resource Renewal Institute, the Center for Biological Diversity and the Western Watersheds Project sued the National Park Service to prevent it from implementing an amendment to its general management plan that had been approved the prior year following exhaustive public hearings.
—Richard Halstead, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2025
This isn’t an exhaustive list, but these are a few of the biggest risers who have caught my eye since the season began.
—Corey Pronman, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhaustive
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The upcoming game will utilize the power of modern consoles to display thousands of enemies on the screen and retell Romance of the Three Kingdoms in a more thorough manner.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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In return, give this non-toxic plant bright indirect sunlight and a thorough watering whenever the top inch of soil feels dry.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Vatican has released a comprehensive document offering new guidelines for the ethical development and use of artificial intelligence, with a focus on areas such as warfare and healthcare.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
29 Jan. 2025
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These kinds of issues frequently pave the way for more comprehensive health optimization.—
Nick Kasmik,
USA TODAY,
29 Jan. 2025
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Each piece will also have extensive walkways, plazas and green space.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2025
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Glenn, who oversaw the Lions defense the last four years, beat out 15 other candidates for the job as the Jets went through an extensive search to find their next coach.—
Dennis Waszak Jr.,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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The actress wore her brunette tresses in waves with full fringe, while her makeup consisted of rosy blush and a muted red lip.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
26 Jan. 2025
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Plus, the Anker Power Bank, which has earned over 80,000 perfect ratings, will keep your device’s battery full on the go.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2025
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Once that’s complete, you will get connected with a healthcare provider licensed in your state to start your diagnosis and explore potential treatments.—
Chloe Castleberry,
Flow Space,
24 Jan. 2025
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Jenkins, meanwhile, has helped usher in a complete rethink of Memphis’ offense, one that has made the Grizzlies both unpredictable and effective and led what has historically been a defensive-first squad to a top-five rating on offense.—
John Hollinger,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Exhaustive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhaustive. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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