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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
But there is hope in a comprehensive plan to move away from this disjointed approach and combine our collective economic strength to manage trash as a region.
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Mike Ryan, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Then there’s the comprehensive dismantling of the federal government’s oversight of cryptocurrencies, in which the Biden administration treated crypto as securities subject to SEC regulation.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 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, 27 Apr. 2026
His explanation was comprehensive, concise and grounded in reality.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
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Mike Ryan, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Then there’s the comprehensive dismantling of the federal government’s oversight of cryptocurrencies, in which the Biden administration treated crypto as securities subject to SEC regulation.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 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, 27 Apr. 2026
His explanation was comprehensive, concise and grounded in reality.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive
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Patients should see a medical provider for a thorough exam and bloodwork before starting the drugs, the doctor emphasized.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Still, the property is thorough in its offerings.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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Gil also totaled four complete innings, five hits, three walks, zero strikeouts and a pair of two-run homers, courtesy of Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes, in his fourth start of the season.—
Gary Phillips,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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With savings up to 86 percent on complete sets and lots of cooling options for warm nights, there are some major bedding deals lurking on the site.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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My daughter’s learning disabilities required extensive intervention.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Broncos’ third-round pick didn’t take a top-30 visit or have extensive pre-draft communication with Denver, as the organization typically keeps its board close to its vest.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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These open-air spaces, with their panoramic views of Barcelona, invite you to enjoy a casual meal under the Mediterranean sun or an intimate evening under the stars or to celebrate a special occasion or personal milestone.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The 19-story building features a glass facade, panoramic city and bay views and a nine-level parking structure.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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After all, his entire journey to the NFL has been that way.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Cost plays a role, but so do access, timing, and how the entire process is handled from start to finish.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Hiddink, Di Matteo, and Benitez all benefited from having players full of character as well as the ability to turn up on showpiece occasions.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Taylor, who has since made a full recovery, praised the students for their actions.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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The whole team is still learning every day.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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And that’s the absurdity of this whole thing.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
26 Apr. 2026
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But instead of fostering an inclusive democracy, this ruling enables party factions to build higher walls around smaller groups of voters.—
Kent Thiry,
Denver Post,
27 Apr. 2026
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At a time when states are enacting an anti-voting agenda to limit who can participate in elections, Maryland must set the standard for an inclusive democracy, not falling short of it.—
Nicole D. Porter,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Comprehensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehensive. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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