: marked by abundant detail or by thoroughness in treating small items or parts
the detailed study of history
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Examples of detailed in a Sentence
We need a more detailed comparison of the available options.
He gave us very detailed instructions.
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Leaders said the shift was due to concern that releasing months’ or years’ worth of detailed data would inadvertently publicize individual rap sheets, which California agencies are barred from doing.
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Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2023
China, meanwhile, has emerged as a fulcrum of external development, particularly the production of detailed 3D assets for blockbuster titles like Horizon Zero Dawn.
—Lewis Gordon, The Verge, 1 Dec. 2023
These eternal, gorgeous blooms, including detailed roses, offer perfect, fun decor all year round.
—Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2023
For more information on conservation travel, Impact Travel Social Club and Sustainable Travel International offer detailed insights into sustainable travel.
—Melissa Klurman, Parents, 1 Dec. 2023
The detailed allegations in the House Ethics Committee report ameliorated some members' concerns, although the report did not make a formal recommendation for expulsion or another appropriate punishment for Santos.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 1 Dec. 2023
The online platform includes the detailed carbon footprint and emission reduction targets for nearly 400 companies by year and over time.
—Rochelle Toplensky, WSJ, 30 Nov. 2023
In a saner political culture, Americans might benefit from a calm, detailed conversation about our conflicting visions.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 30 Nov. 2023
If Crow and Leo defy the information requests — which ask for a detailed accounting of gifts, transportation and lodging the two men provided or helped organize for Supreme Court justices and the justices’ relatives — Democrats would need a 60-vote majority to enforce the subpoenas.
—Andy Kroll, ProPublica, 30 Nov. 2023
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Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2023
China, meanwhile, has emerged as a fulcrum of external development, particularly the production of detailed 3D assets for blockbuster titles like Horizon Zero Dawn.
—Lewis Gordon, The Verge, 1 Dec. 2023
These eternal, gorgeous blooms, including detailed roses, offer perfect, fun decor all year round.
—Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2023
For more information on conservation travel, Impact Travel Social Club and Sustainable Travel International offer detailed insights into sustainable travel.
—Melissa Klurman, Parents, 1 Dec. 2023
The detailed allegations in the House Ethics Committee report ameliorated some members' concerns, although the report did not make a formal recommendation for expulsion or another appropriate punishment for Santos.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 1 Dec. 2023
The online platform includes the detailed carbon footprint and emission reduction targets for nearly 400 companies by year and over time.
—Rochelle Toplensky, WSJ, 30 Nov. 2023
In a saner political culture, Americans might benefit from a calm, detailed conversation about our conflicting visions.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 30 Nov. 2023
If Crow and Leo defy the information requests — which ask for a detailed accounting of gifts, transportation and lodging the two men provided or helped organize for Supreme Court justices and the justices’ relatives — Democrats would need a 60-vote majority to enforce the subpoenas.
—Andy Kroll, ProPublica, 30 Nov. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1740, in the meaning defined above
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“Detailed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/detailed. Accessed 7 Dec. 2023.
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detailed
adjective
de·tailed
di-ˈtā(ə)ld 
ˈdē-ˌtāld
1
: including many details
a detailed report
2
: furnished with finely finished details
beautifully detailed hats
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