Synonyms of in-depthnext
: covering many or all important points of a subject : comprehensive, thorough
an in-depth study
in-depth news coverage
… recently launched a podcast designed to take a more in-depth look at certain topics on his show.Jamie Friedlander
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Examples of in-depth in a Sentence

an in-depth report on the issue of violence in popular entertainment
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Through interviews with key figures, archival media, and in-depth analysis, the series reveals startling truths (including the identity of the perpetrator) while examining the broader implications for public safety and the psychological impact on the nation. Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026 When the city first discussed the Playbook OP plan in February, Skoog suggested that the city separate out aquatics from the rest of the plan to have a more in-depth discussion about that specific commitment. Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026 Related Stories In 2023, CSS conducted an in-depth analysis of Moonbug’s programming and processes, including interviews with creative teams, episode analysis, and collaboration with an advisory council of academic experts. Selome Hailu, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026 An in-depth list of these wakeup songs can be found in this document, which also features some of the cute and, yes, whimsical banter between astronauts and Mission Control. Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in-depth

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in-depth was in 1957

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“In-depth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-depth. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.

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in-depth

adjective
(ˌ)in-ˌdepth
: covering many or all important points : thorough
an in-depth investigation
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