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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
The forthcoming guide, which education officials have described as a first step toward a more comprehensive handbook to be issued at a later date, is coming as families and teachers are deeply divided and anxious about the potential — and pitfalls — of the new technology.
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Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
For two decades, Democrats have campaigned among Latinos on the promise of comprehensive immigration reform and an economic policy that would level the playing field, including raising the federal minimum wage, providing universal pre-K education and promoting affordable housing.
—Gary M. Segura, The Conversation, 23 Mar. 2026
But the administration will need to show a more comprehensive strategy ahead or risk blowback from Congress, lawmakers said, especially as they are simultaneously being asked to approve billions in new spending.
—Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
Owners must compile a comprehensive, detailed research report about their property when seeking historic designation from the city.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
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Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
For two decades, Democrats have campaigned among Latinos on the promise of comprehensive immigration reform and an economic policy that would level the playing field, including raising the federal minimum wage, providing universal pre-K education and promoting affordable housing.
—Gary M. Segura, The Conversation, 23 Mar. 2026
But the administration will need to show a more comprehensive strategy ahead or risk blowback from Congress, lawmakers said, especially as they are simultaneously being asked to approve billions in new spending.
—Arkansas Online, 22 Mar. 2026
Owners must compile a comprehensive, detailed research report about their property when seeking historic designation from the city.
—Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive
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Give your home a thorough cleaning without ever grabbing a broom with this intuitive robot cleaning vacuum.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.—
Keith Caulfield,
Billboard,
29 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps no other museum cafe in the city is more beloved than the Neue Galerie's Café Sabarsky, a Viennese cafe that seems to transport guests to Austria, circa 1910, complete with lighting fixtures by Josef Hoffmann, furniture by Adolf Loos, and banquettes upholstered with Otto Wagner fabric.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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His metamorphosis into social scientist-cum-sage appears to be complete.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Battery life is extensive, coming in at just under 20 hours on a single charge in our testing.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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As with CTfastrak, the Hartford Line has spurred construction of extensive nearby housing but relatively little new business.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Andrew Molera State Park offers visitors great hiking and beachcombing as well as panoramic views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Floor-to-ceiling glass doors frame panoramic views of the ocean, Catalina Island and Newport Harbor.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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But Smith’s order was overturned by an appellate court, and the entire report was publicly released.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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Vargas freehanded the entire piece, refraining from using grids or projections.—
Rina Nakano,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The market is full of vehicles that blur the line between a traditional e-bike and something closer to a motorcycle, and manufacturers don’t always make the distinction easy to spot.—
Sarah Raza,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the separate living room and bedroom, a dining area sported a full dinner table, a perfect setting for in-room meals.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Chandler Zavala has been fighting the injury bug his whole career.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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My whole body felt softer and stronger after a Pinda Sweda Kizi massage with warm herbal poultices by Abhi, a sweet-natured practitioner from Kerala, the home of Ayurveda.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Latshaw will work closely with city leadership, human resources and employees to support initiatives that foster a positive and inclusive workplace environment, a news release said.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Best for all-inclusive quotes No one likes surprises during a floor renovation project, especially one that adds hundreds or even thousand of dollars to your total bill.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Comprehensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehensive. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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