: 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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Editor's note: This story contains detailed descriptions of how starvation affects the body.
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Nurith Aizenman, NPR, 19 Apr. 2024
Mammographic images provide a detailed look at breast tissue.
—Lauryn Higgins, Health, 19 Apr. 2024
Like with other recent IATSE Local tentative deals, the details of the agreement are not yet public and will be communicated with union members once a memorandum of agreement (a more detailed summary of the deal) is drawn up, the union added.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Apr. 2024
With the Coastal Commission approval in February, Belmont can now begin work on more detailed construction drawings and apply for permits from the city.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2024
There are also reportedly more detailed plans about how style directors at the company will be appointed and its financial future after Armani’s demise.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 19 Apr. 2024
An examination of Hawaii’s contracting system by The New York Times and Honolulu Civil Beat offers a detailed look at the workings of a state known for favoritism and patronage, a culture where big companies with ties to politicians have historically dominated.
—Irene Casado Sanchez, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2024
However, in the absence of a detailed description, many resellers and some dealers offer a return policy designed to bring security to the transaction.
—Josh Jacquot, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
The faint corona will be visible during the eclipse when the sun’s light is blocked, allowing researchers a detailed look at its mysterious glowing structures.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 6 Apr. 2024
Nurith Aizenman, NPR, 19 Apr. 2024
Mammographic images provide a detailed look at breast tissue.
—Lauryn Higgins, Health, 19 Apr. 2024
Like with other recent IATSE Local tentative deals, the details of the agreement are not yet public and will be communicated with union members once a memorandum of agreement (a more detailed summary of the deal) is drawn up, the union added.
—Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Apr. 2024
With the Coastal Commission approval in February, Belmont can now begin work on more detailed construction drawings and apply for permits from the city.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2024
There are also reportedly more detailed plans about how style directors at the company will be appointed and its financial future after Armani’s demise.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 19 Apr. 2024
An examination of Hawaii’s contracting system by The New York Times and Honolulu Civil Beat offers a detailed look at the workings of a state known for favoritism and patronage, a culture where big companies with ties to politicians have historically dominated.
—Irene Casado Sanchez, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2024
However, in the absence of a detailed description, many resellers and some dealers offer a return policy designed to bring security to the transaction.
—Josh Jacquot, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
The faint corona will be visible during the eclipse when the sun’s light is blocked, allowing researchers a detailed look at its mysterious glowing structures.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 6 Apr. 2024
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“Detailed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/detailed. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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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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