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as in thorough
covering everything or all important points
a comprehensive overview of European history since the French Revolution
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as in complete
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
a comprehensive listing of all the paintings generally attributed to the Dutch artist Rembrandt
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as in extensive
trying all possibilities
comprehensive plans for covering just about any conceivable terrorist attack
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Recent Examples of comprehensive
Casillo delves into Monroe’s bipolar disorder and other intimate moments in this comprehensive biography that features dozens of new interviews.
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 1 June 2026
When governments possess the architecture to coordinate a comprehensive action, pathogens can be checked.
—Daniele Nyirandutiye, semafor.com, 1 June 2026
The renovations also put an eye on the need for a more comprehensive business resource center at the library for those who either want to start a small business or expand an existing one, Quinn said.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
Twenty-one states now have comprehensive frameworks in place, and several more are working on them.
—Tony Gonzalez, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 1 June 2026
When governments possess the architecture to coordinate a comprehensive action, pathogens can be checked.
—Daniele Nyirandutiye, semafor.com, 1 June 2026
The renovations also put an eye on the need for a more comprehensive business resource center at the library for those who either want to start a small business or expand an existing one, Quinn said.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
Twenty-one states now have comprehensive frameworks in place, and several more are working on them.
—Tony Gonzalez, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive
Adjective
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At speeds unimaginable even a year ago, AI supplies investors with a confident, seemingly thorough and impressively well informed analysis.—
Anna Demeo,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The Orioles said in a statement that the fan was identified and removed from the ballpark while the club conducts a thorough investigation, which makes sense.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Premier Sea View rooms, complete with balconies, are the prime choices.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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And ceasefire, allowing complete unfettered access, and most importantly, a full respect for humanitarian law and humanitarian aid workers, and that simply isn't happening at all right now.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Every small business article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of small business products.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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But damage to the pad — Launch Complex 36 (LC-36) — could be extensive, judging by the extent of the explosion, which multiple rocket-watchers captured on video.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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The ship includes cooler-climate adaptations such as panoramic glass walls in the Athletic Club, cozier seating throughout The Roundabout and an indoor version of the line’s signature Scarlet Night celebration.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The Relais & Châteaux property has elegant rooms with high-end furnishings, private patios, and panoramic views out every window.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
28 May 2026
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The company says that the addition of a second pilot will boost training for the entire fleet and will also improve its performance in dangerous scenarios.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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The cottonmouth can be found throughout the entire state, much like the eastern diamondback rattlesnake.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Although an overwater mansion may be a more apt description—there’s a full kitchen, private beach set up, private gym, and three separate massage rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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On a trip from the city of Isfahan to his grandfather’s farm, the young narrator and his parents stop to see family friends, Abbas, and Saba, whose home is full of love and storytelling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Grown-ups bring a ladder to climb into the enormous fruit, kids gather up their inflatable toys, someone makes a waterslide out of a piece of rind, and the whole community spends the day splashing in the juice and pulp (being careful to remove the seeds first).—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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But there's a whole other class of AI models whose guardrails are much easier to strip away.—
Huo Jingnan,
NPR,
31 May 2026
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In late September, Curacao Pride Week is an inclusive celebration of love with beach parties, cultural events, and a joyful parade through the streets of the capital.—
Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Big-ship mainstream brands, for example, tend to charge extra for alcoholic drinks, shore excursions, Wi-Fi and other amenities, while luxury brands have more inclusive pricing structures.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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“Comprehensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehensive. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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