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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
His exhaustive training and reminders to eat have helped regulate his circadian rhythm, and the impact has been noticeable.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Building a life at sea Living on a ship for a prolonged period might sound boring to some, but the Grand World Voyages features an exhaustive list of experiences to keep passengers occupied.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 19 May 2025
And, of course, there’s an exhaustive lineup of cocktails, both classic and cutting edge, including intriguing NA beverages.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Published on May 14, 2025 By Viju Mathew Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The car’s exhaustive five-year restoration was completed in 2005.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Building a life at sea Living on a ship for a prolonged period might sound boring to some, but the Grand World Voyages features an exhaustive list of experiences to keep passengers occupied.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 19 May 2025
And, of course, there’s an exhaustive lineup of cocktails, both classic and cutting edge, including intriguing NA beverages.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Published on May 14, 2025 By Viju Mathew Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The car’s exhaustive five-year restoration was completed in 2005.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhaustive
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Advanced segmentation goes even further, using new technologies to conduct more thorough, precise analysis of customers' profiles, behavior and habits—all within a short period of time.—
Nataliya Andreychuk,
Forbes.com,
29 May 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,
29 May 2025
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Our comprehensive analysis of Salesforce, across key indicators like Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Downturn Resilience, reveals that the company continues to demonstrate very strong operational performance and a robust financial condition.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Additionally, Rael is launching at 5,000 Walgreens doors with a comprehensive assortment of products across skin care and period care.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Right whales are identified by individual markings on their heads and bodies, with extensive photo catalogues managed by the New England Aquarium.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Drawing from her extensive experience in content development for award-winning productions and emergent networks, Luisa will guide participants through the end-to-end process of production, from concept development to distribution.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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Its immediate expansions and 1999 sequel moved away from these fictional cities, but a full trilogy of early 2000s-era games each centered on one location from the original game apiece with GTA III (2001) set in Liberty City, followed by Vice City (2002) and San Andreas (2004).—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
26 May 2025
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This thing looks like a travel-sized deodorant and somehow sounds better than your full home speaker setup.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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There’s something about that that felt very whole and complete, because that’s the surprise of it.—
Lauren Coates,
Variety,
24 May 2025
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The Beats Studio Pro are wireless, over-ear headphones that offer a rich, well-balanced sound complete with head-tracking spatial audio.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
24 May 2025
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“Exhaustive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhaustive. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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