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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
Missing evidence and other problems Detainees held at the facility didn’t receive comprehensive health assessments, which meant that those with chronic conditions received substandard care, the report said.
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Michael Biesecker, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Reinvent Albany did a comprehensive study, published last December, of the lack of any information regarding state Senate confirmations.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 8 June 2026
After several passenger bus crashes with multiple fatalities, Congress passed legislation in 2012 that gave FMCSA powers to conduct more comprehensive inspections into the safety operations of bus companies.
—Willoughby Mariano, ProPublica, 8 June 2026
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 8 June 2026
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Michael Biesecker, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Reinvent Albany did a comprehensive study, published last December, of the lack of any information regarding state Senate confirmations.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 8 June 2026
After several passenger bus crashes with multiple fatalities, Congress passed legislation in 2012 that gave FMCSA powers to conduct more comprehensive inspections into the safety operations of bus companies.
—Willoughby Mariano, ProPublica, 8 June 2026
Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive
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To their credit, though, their preparation for the World Cup has been thorough, with friendlies against Ecuador, Colombia, Norway and Poland, among others.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Instead of relying on wearables alone, Poindexter is making sure to get her yearly physical and signed up for Function, which includes more thorough blood and biomarker testing.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Put simply, Maine would not be Maine without its lobster—and a trip to Maine wouldn’t be complete without eating some.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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That single trait adds a complete unpredictability to Waddle’s breaks.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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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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Meanwhile, my niece is ready and the potty full of pee is passed above the table because there is no room to carry it around the side without spilling on the guests.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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That new chapter quickly turned into a full-fledged sequel, and Girls Like Us was born.—
Jennifer Dugan,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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The whole world relied on our labor, but none of us felt any sense of accomplishment.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The drums were louder, the extra kick drums hit harder, and the whole song felt … Blacker.—
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson,
VIBE.com,
7 June 2026
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Xi also pledged to work with North Korea to promote fair and orderly multilateralism and inclusive economic globalisation, with long-term regional peace and stability a common pursuit.—
Jack Kim,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Family life in Mexico is also centered on collectivist values—a factor that often translates into a warm, inclusive approach toward foreigners.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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“Comprehensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehensive. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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