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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
civil rights advocates are hoping for a thoroughgoing rejection of the proposed bill
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a thoroughgoing attempt to solve the puzzle and still no luck
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Recent Examples of thoroughgoing
The United States needs a more thoroughgoing and systematic approach to educational improvement.
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Jal Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2013
That steadiness of purpose throws into relief the thoroughgoing transformation of her context.
—Nancy Princenthal, New York Times, 16 May 2024
That’s why Winston, our meager proxy, is available for a thoroughgoing reboot.
—Stephen Metcalf, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2024
The defense contends that the conflict generated by the circumstances of the Wade/Willis relationship is so thoroughgoing that the district attorney’s office, as a whole, should be recused from the case and the indictment dismissed.
—Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 13 Feb. 2024
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Jal Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2013
That steadiness of purpose throws into relief the thoroughgoing transformation of her context.
—Nancy Princenthal, New York Times, 16 May 2024
That’s why Winston, our meager proxy, is available for a thoroughgoing reboot.
—Stephen Metcalf, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2024
The defense contends that the conflict generated by the circumstances of the Wade/Willis relationship is so thoroughgoing that the district attorney’s office, as a whole, should be recused from the case and the indictment dismissed.
—Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 13 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughgoing
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No matter the qualities of an apartment, Munden said the best place for a dog is with an owner willing to give unconditional love to the canine.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Families should expect to see themes around empathy, unconditional love, overcoming trials, and taking hold of responsibility.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
18 Feb. 2025
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Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.—
Keith Caulfield,
Billboard,
23 Feb. 2025
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After a thorough makeover and the construction of seven new hotel rooms, The Viewpoint reopened in 2023.—
Marquita K. Harris,
Travel + Leisure,
22 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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Of course, no good Mardi Gras party is complete without a parade.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Trader Joe's has gained a huge and extensive fan base mostly because of their unique products, cheaper prices, and overall experience.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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These traditional user interfaces are filled with extensive menu options, complex navigation systems and unique labeling systems.—
Praerit Garg,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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As for throwback hits, Barbra Streisand’s sheer jumpsuit by Arnold Scaasi, worn in 1969, is proof that having fun on the carpet always wins, as does Salma Hayek’s Armani look in 1997, complete with a tiara.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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Catch up quick: In the mid-19th century, Crum — a chef at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York — changed food history out of sheer frustration.—
Delano Massey,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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While cost-cutting measures can be beneficial, the current approach lacks any transparent methodology or comprehensive impact analysis.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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For a more comprehensive camouflage, a dye will seal the deal.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
21 Feb. 2025
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Since 2014, Ukraine has been subjected to a level of violence and criminality that reflects Russia’s utter contempt for the laws of armed conflict.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 Feb. 2025
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United went on to end the 2021-22 campaign in utter turmoil, with players in revolt and Ralf Rangnick as interim manager, but still placed sixth.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, Butler's pure feistiness should help Golden State in terms of toughness on the court.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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The Shielding Suit, a futuristic tracksuit made of pure silver, provides comprehensive protection against various forms of tracking and surveillance.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Thoroughgoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughgoing. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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