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
Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
The hour-long, primetime documentary chronicled his traumatic brain injury (TBI), his painstaking recovery and the plight of thousands of service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan with similar injuries.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
With the contract signed and keys in hand, Adler set about doing the work her firm is known for—highlighting classic structural elements, preserving history through painstaking refurbishment, and formulating the perfect mix of modern, bespoke, and antique elements.
—David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 25 Feb. 2026
Recruiting international players to MLS is a painstaking process within a competitive global transfer market.
—Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Leo Holder, Geoffrey’s son, led the painstaking effort, ensuring the visual and tactile integrity of the production.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
The hour-long, primetime documentary chronicled his traumatic brain injury (TBI), his painstaking recovery and the plight of thousands of service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan with similar injuries.
—ABC News, 26 Feb. 2026
With the contract signed and keys in hand, Adler set about doing the work her firm is known for—highlighting classic structural elements, preserving history through painstaking refurbishment, and formulating the perfect mix of modern, bespoke, and antique elements.
—David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 25 Feb. 2026
Recruiting international players to MLS is a painstaking process within a competitive global transfer market.
—Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for painstaking
Adjective
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For Sher, the key is to come in with meticulous preparation that can be thrown out immediately if a better idea comes along.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
13 Mar. 2026
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The intuitive Moon squares Saturn, pitting your 3rd House of Distractions against your 6th House of Pragmatism, urging specific words, meticulous timing, and sensible boundaries.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The addition of Crosby was supposed to be the piece to help lift the Ravens over the top, with the draft picks expected to be part of a rebuilding effort for the Raiders.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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In an effort to allay whipsawing energy markets, Western powers are considering an International Energy Agency proposal for the largest-ever release of oil reserves.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2026
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Adjust a subscription or renegotiate a small fee, then record the change, because tracking progress reinforces confidence and protects your careful planning.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Paktyawal began complaining of shortness of breath and chest pains while being held in a holding room at the Dallas ICE field office on Friday evening and was taken to the hospital to receive breathing treatment, the agency said.—
Aarón Torres,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The agency, in the years since, has taken pains to culturally move away from that attitude in favor of an approach that sees STAR as a standalone response option on equal footing with police, firefighters and paramedics.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Virtually no risk-free approach Even a conscientious employer following the rule and regulatory and judicial interpretation of the rule may have its workplace seating policy second-guessed.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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For 20-odd years, Adams has been one of Hollywood’s most reliably committed and conscientious performers.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The persistence of such moves has affected the country's tourism industry.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
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About two weeks after the couple’s trip took its unexpected turn, their persistence appears to have paid off.—
Blane Bachelor,
CNN Money,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Like many parents, your central concern is likely creating a safe, loving, and stable environment for your child.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
14 Mar. 2026
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Jason Hughes was a loving husband, a devoted father; a passionate teacher, mentor, and coach who was loved and respected by students and colleagues.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Davis played 686 snaps — a 298-snap increase from the previous season — and was diligent about his fitness and conditioning.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The same goes for diligent skin care.—
Elizabeth Gulino,
Allure,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Painstaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/painstaking. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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