1
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
But now, after a thorough, two-year-long renovation, the property is back and sporting a new look that's hard not to fall in love with.
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Marquita K. Harris, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2025
Below is the raw footage supplied by the University of Hong Kong of some pretty thorough SUPER MAV testing.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2025
Upon their arrival at the zoo hospital, the baby animals received thorough exams and started the necessary treatments for their health issues.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Cruz, who is chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, has said that Congress will do a thorough review of the program early in 2025.
—Ars Technica, 29 Jan. 2025
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Marquita K. Harris, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2025
Below is the raw footage supplied by the University of Hong Kong of some pretty thorough SUPER MAV testing.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2025
Upon their arrival at the zoo hospital, the baby animals received thorough exams and started the necessary treatments for their health issues.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Cruz, who is chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, has said that Congress will do a thorough review of the program early in 2025.
—Ars Technica, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorough
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The complete Shielding Suit, including jacket and pants, costs $5,290.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
17 Feb. 2025
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Fried was talking about 1978, when Guidry also had a 1.74 ERA in 35 starts, including 16 complete games and nine shutouts.—
Brendan Kuty,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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For George's portrait, the 11-year-old took a step back, drawing his mother more detailed, sitting in a chair.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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By the time MacMahon and McGourty first met with Page, the filmmakers prepared a detailed storyboard for the film.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
17 Feb. 2025
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Officials said the blaze caused extensive damage to the building, with flames burning through its roof.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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In our conversation, Onah pushed back on reports of extensive reshoots impacting his vision.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
14 Feb. 2025
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The top 25 airlines all meet a list of specific requirements, such as providing a comprehensive full-service experience, and having an economy seat pitch of a minimum of 31 inches.—
Tamara Hardingham-Gill,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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There is also little doubt those comprehensive plans went up in flames.—
Josh Klein,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
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Styled by Dani Levi, Kardashian wore a simple floor-length bodycon gown from Balenciaga Couture.—
Mikelle Street,
WWD,
17 Feb. 2025
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Yellow is the simplest, and purple is the most difficult.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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The full suite of tariffs sought by the Trump administration would have created notable upward pressure for already high levels of inflation, a report by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston released on Thursday said.—
Michael S. Derby,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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The team reimagined and redesigned more than 500 screens full of data.—
Kevin Purdy,
Ars Technica,
7 Feb. 2025
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Having completed an exhaustive number of laps, Marquez was seen pushing hard to improve his success today, but the crash left him choosing not to continue for that session.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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By no means exhaustive, these questions should be viewed as good starting points to keep us disciplined and check our emotions — which should never play any role in our selling (or buying) decisions.—
Jeff Nash,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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Her story is a testament to perseverance and unconditional love, reminding us that nothing is impossible.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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The month begins on a mystical note as Venus joins forces with your numinous planetary ruler, Neptune, in your sign, bringing a wave of dreamy compassion and unconditional love to your personal and professional life.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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