as in meticulous
taking, showing, or involving great care and effort
she was always painstaking about her work
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Recent Examples of painstaking
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2026
Especially impressive is this newly reborn five-star hotel, which has been lovingly restored to its Belle Epoque glory over a painstaking two-year process.
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Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
Photo by Steve Campbell/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images The Jets have flirted with immortality since, advancing to -- and losing in painstaking fashion -- the AFC championship game at the conclusion of the 1982, 1998, 2010 and 2011 seasons.
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Jeff Capellini,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Some of the most painstaking work involved the individual alternative medicine businesses highlighted in the series.
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Carrie Teegardin,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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Adjective
Rather than requiring a painstaking assemblage of clips of five or ten seconds long, as most tools offer, OpenArt’s Director allows users to put together a film as long as five minutes.
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Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2026
Especially impressive is this newly reborn five-star hotel, which has been lovingly restored to its Belle Epoque glory over a painstaking two-year process.
—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
Photo by Steve Campbell/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images The Jets have flirted with immortality since, advancing to -- and losing in painstaking fashion -- the AFC championship game at the conclusion of the 1982, 1998, 2010 and 2011 seasons.
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Jeff Capellini,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Some of the most painstaking work involved the individual alternative medicine businesses highlighted in the series.
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Carrie Teegardin,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for painstaking
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What appears as speed in global organizations is often the result of meticulous logistical preparation and an expert knowledge of regulatory environments.
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Chef Natsuko Shoji blends Tiffany glamour with Japanese ingredients, craftsmanship, and meticulous attention to detail.
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A bit of a surprise here, as the Warriors were reportedly shopping the 11th pick in an effort to bolster their roster with a win-now player.
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The search stems from a years-long effort by authorities to revisit information connected to Mansfield, whose family lived on Centerwood Avenue in Hernando County.
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Just be careful not to add water, since even tiny amounts can cause melted chocolate to turn into a grainy, clumpy mess.
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Ultimately, the widespread adoption of AI for mental health constitutes a global experiment with both potential benefits and serious downsides that require careful management.
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The 74-year-old Weinstein, meanwhile, reported chest pains during jury deliberations in the most recent trial, spurring another early end to court.
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The colors, pains, pleasures, smells, tastes and sounds, the what-it’s-like of being conscious, are not private inner bits and blobs that philosophers call qualia, floating in a theatre of the mind.
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In addition to conscientious UV protection, Hall recommends that patients with aging skin prioritize hydration and skin-barrier support.
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After a two-year National Service stint as a hospital orderly (thanks to his own conscientious-objector status), Hockney landed at the Royal College of Art, in London, in the fall of 1959.
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For now, advocates say preparation and persistence are critical as the community faces an uncertain future.
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Brown-Nagin highlights how equality is not just an ideal but a legal pursuit requiring strategy, persistence, and courage.
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The ethos of the festival also involves looking out for fellow attendees, respecting The Farm and taking the loving energy of the festival out into the world.
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The fun-loving, kilt-wearing Scottish fans took over Boston and South Florida and endeared themselves to both communities.
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Now, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue says its diligent job is done, signaling full containment of the fires soon.
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Since then, Roberts, who will also manage the NL All-Star team, has appreciated how diligent Pages has remained in his routine.
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“Painstaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/painstaking. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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