as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a full-scale search and rescue for the victims of the rock slide
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Recent Examples of full-scale
After Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, NATO bolstered its presence on Europe's eastern flank by sending additional multinational battlegroups to Romania, Hungary, Bulgaria and Slovakia.
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Steven Lemongello, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, triggering Europe’s deadliest conflict in 80 years, in which analysts say more than 1 million people have been killed or injured.
—Reuters, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
The devastation of the two bombs coupled with the threat of a full-scale Allied invasion set Japan on the path to surrender.
—Jason Rossi, The Enquirer, 9 Aug. 2025
The revival – the first full-scale New York City production of the musical – will run from October 23 to December 14 at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 8 Aug. 2025
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Steven Lemongello, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, triggering Europe’s deadliest conflict in 80 years, in which analysts say more than 1 million people have been killed or injured.
—Reuters, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
The devastation of the two bombs coupled with the threat of a full-scale Allied invasion set Japan on the path to surrender.
—Jason Rossi, The Enquirer, 9 Aug. 2025
The revival – the first full-scale New York City production of the musical – will run from October 23 to December 14 at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-scale
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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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The author initially believed that extensive aerobic exercise alone was sufficient for good health, neglecting the importance of diet.—
Bryant Stamford,
The Courier-Journal,
14 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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Rather than sending resumes alone, Alexander Executive Search provides a comprehensive candidate briefing pack.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Việt's comprehensive sweep across multiple spirits types, ages and rarities demonstrates both the breadth and depth of his interest and commitment.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
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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The dinner will be complete with an award presentation for La Fonda Street owner Robert Encarnación.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Amid unprecedented and sweeping changes to federal vaccine policy, Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan's chief medical executive, said public health officials in states like Michigan are taking the lead in determining how COVID-19 vaccines will roll out in their communities this fall.—
Kristen Jordan Shamus,
Freep.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Germany plans to boost military recruitment as part of a sweeping effort to strengthen its national defenses in response to security concerns sparked by Russia's war in Ukraine.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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Indeed, the response to Coppola’s cross-country tour came off less like the beginnings of an underground fan base, and more like a film community tolerating an auteur’s exhaustive defense of his work.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
18 Aug. 2025
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These figures are almost certainly undercounts: The data is likely not exhaustive and the real number of Cubans currently targeted by immigration authorities is likely higher.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Full-scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-scale. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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