1
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
they researched the issue thoroughly before deciding how to vote
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2
as in fully
to a full extent or degree
I am thoroughly satisfied with her explanation of the events of that evening
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Recent Examples of thoroughly
Nowhere is that more thoroughly documented than in the institution where Mayor Adams built his career: the New York City Police Department.
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Colleen Hamilton, Them, 19 Feb. 2025
But to be effective mediators, regional actors must more thoroughly settle their own differences.
—Maha Yahya, Foreign Affairs, 17 Feb. 2025
Addressing them early and thoroughly will give you the confidence to transition into this new phase of life with clarity and purpose.
—Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2025
The self-cleaning system removes dirt and debris from the roller brush, and the self-drying system automatically engages after the self-cleaning system to thoroughly dry the roller brush and keep it clean.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2025
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Colleen Hamilton, Them, 19 Feb. 2025
But to be effective mediators, regional actors must more thoroughly settle their own differences.
—Maha Yahya, Foreign Affairs, 17 Feb. 2025
Addressing them early and thoroughly will give you the confidence to transition into this new phase of life with clarity and purpose.
—Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb, Twin Cities, 15 Feb. 2025
The self-cleaning system removes dirt and debris from the roller brush, and the self-drying system automatically engages after the self-cleaning system to thoroughly dry the roller brush and keep it clean.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughly
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Essentially, this approach encourages leaders to recognize choices, understand their origins, and own them fully.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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California’s last housing bond, the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2018, authorized $4 billion for various affordable housing programs, though the funds were fully allocated by the end of 2024.—
Kate Talerico,
The Mercury News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Eric was also quite magnetic, especially with women, which was always a bit mysterious.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Connor has done a fantastic adaptation, which is quite unique from the screenplay.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2025
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Yet unlike last year, which was a triumphal progress for Oppenheimer, no movie totally dominated the ceremony at the Royal Festival Hall.—
Sarah Crompton,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2025
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Though that means the matter isn’t totally dead and could be refiled, Weinstein’s L.A. legal team took the stance that this was over and done.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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Whereas red carpet hosts are typically in classic gowns or suits that don’t detract from the stars, Jiwa’s willingness to turn heads and go for it is utterly refreshing.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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What our anonymous voters said … … About Bad Boys: Unlike the fight sequences of 2025, this year utterly lacked for good gun combat.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2025
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World’s Best Bourbon Old Fitzgerald 2024 VVS Tracing its lineage back to 1884, Old Fitzgerald has a long and distinguished pedigree perfectly highlighted in this beautiful bottle named the World's Best Bourbon.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Members can choose up to 10 departure airports, allowing maximum flexibility and personalized notifications that perfectly fit their travel needs.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
23 Feb. 2025
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Users can track token prices, view trading histories, and manage their portfolios all from a single dashboard.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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It’ll be needed for life in F1’s toughest seat, as predecessors Sergio Pérez, Albon and Gasly will all attest.—
Luke Smith,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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All this from a team that, on paper in the preseason, looked wholly uninspiring.—
Brendan Quinn,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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The stalking may just have been a way to bide time and screw up the courage for a dinner invite, but after their meal, Burt’s Outie might not be wholly innocent or trustworthy.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
22 Feb. 2025
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On Memorial Day weekend in 2023, Fritz was well enough to enjoy a visit from Wolfe ― the pair's first meetup in about three years, his former co-star says.—
Courtney Crowder,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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The song starts off with Wallen’s thoughts of how Indigo will grow to learn more about the life his father has led to this point — surely, the incredible career accomplishments, but the low points as well.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Thoroughly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughly. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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