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as in complete
having no exceptions or restrictions
had thorough access to the files for her research
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2
as in detailed
including many small descriptive features
thorough analysis of the current crisis in Asia
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as in extensive
trying all possibilities
a thorough search of the office that turned up no evidence of wrongdoing
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
a very thorough textbook on respiratory disorders
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Recent Examples of thorough
Each tester took detailed notes during the testing period and filled out a thorough survey.
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Health Editorial Team, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Each year the Academy’s Makeup and Hair Branch Executive Committee go through a thorough review to make a determination based on material submitted by the production and those involved in the work.
—Ryan Fleming, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
There was perhaps nothing that could have been asked of Shildt that was more likely to elicit such a thorough and glowing response than a question about what Cronenworth brings to the Padres.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
In a later episode, senior resident Dr. Heather Collins gently chastises second-year resident Dr. Cassie McKay for not doing a thorough enough exam of a larger woman experiencing abdominal pain and for missing her widespread infection.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2025
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Health Editorial Team, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Each year the Academy’s Makeup and Hair Branch Executive Committee go through a thorough review to make a determination based on material submitted by the production and those involved in the work.
—Ryan Fleming, Deadline, 13 Mar. 2025
There was perhaps nothing that could have been asked of Shildt that was more likely to elicit such a thorough and glowing response than a question about what Cronenworth brings to the Padres.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
In a later episode, senior resident Dr. Heather Collins gently chastises second-year resident Dr. Cassie McKay for not doing a thorough enough exam of a larger woman experiencing abdominal pain and for missing her widespread infection.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorough
Adjective
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When to Contact a Dermatologist Results from bacne treatment can take six to eight weeks to see, with complete clearing taking up to four months.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
13 Mar. 2025
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To learn more information on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Siena Gagliano,
Allure,
13 Mar. 2025
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Other strikers were floated by members of the recruitment team but, after poring over footage and receiving detailed feedback, Howe became transfixed.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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In that vein, conversations on trans identity are likely to be many viewers’ reference point for the movie’s subject matter, but Hughes-Hallet’s approach is remarkably detailed and informative, going beyond that lens.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
13 Mar. 2025
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London’s pricing zones are the most extensive and the most well-known.—
Laurie Winkless,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Every tax article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of insurance products.—
Dan Avery,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
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And given the compute needs and size of the training data required to create a truly visually comprehensive multimodal model, the output quality of the images isn't necessarily as good as diffusion models just yet.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
18 Mar. 2025
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Brands and their buying partners should work alongside suppliers on training and upskilling programs, wage monitoring, and implementing comprehensive protections for workplace well-being.—
Adele Stafford,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Mar. 2025
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All of this is a vaguely long-winded way of making a simple point — the outlook for Wolves’ defence has changed dramatically over the course of this season.—
Steve Madeley,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Prioritizing self-care can be as simple as incorporating the best body wash into a 10-minute shower routine.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
13 Mar. 2025
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The crowd was full of dozens of supporters, from Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA) to controversial interim U.S. Attorney Ed Martin and right-wing influencer Benny Johnson.—
Ashley Oliver,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
15 Mar. 2025
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Be on the lookout for my full review of MLB The Show 25 on Monday, March 17.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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This is not an easy task and is unlikely to be entirely exhaustive and complete.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Lee’s exhaustive reporting exposed state lawmakers’ vote to grant themselves exorbitant pensions and forced them back to the Capitol to repeal the quiet gift.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
14 Mar. 2025
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On an album filled with messages of self-love and empowerment, the penultimate track found Gaga singing her first unconditional love song — a bluesy, country-rock tribute to her ex-boyfriend Lüc Carl.—
Kristen S. Hé,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
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If the meaning of life is to experience true and unconditional love, then that love has to start with us.—
Suzanne B. O'Brien, RN, Contributor,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Thorough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorough. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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