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as in thorough
including many small descriptive features
a detailed report on all the activities that their Scout troop had been involved in over the past year
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as in intricate
made or done with great care or with much detail
a detailed miniature of the royal palace
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as in nominated
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
the new assistant was detailed to accompany the boss on the business trip
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as in listed
to specify one after another
detailed all of the reasons that the plan was a bad idea
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Recent Examples of detailed
Helen Regan, CNN Money, 28 June 2025
In a lengthy post on the town’s Facebook page issued Thursday night, the town of Chesterton presented a detailed rebuttal.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 15 Mar. 2025
In a nearly two-hour podcast episode that aired in 2023, Wong detailed his life as an international arms dealer.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
They are also required to keep detailed sales records and face regular inspections by authorities, Somsak said.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 28 June 2025
In a lengthy post on the town’s Facebook page issued Thursday night, the town of Chesterton presented a detailed rebuttal.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
Verb
Police have not detailed the circumstances that led to the wreck.
—Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 15 Mar. 2025
In a nearly two-hour podcast episode that aired in 2023, Wong detailed his life as an international arms dealer.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for detailed
Adjective
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This requires clear expectations, thorough documentation, and measuring success by deliverables rather than desk time.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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Godsey said the state budget is no place for changes like this, which need thorough review and vetting.—
Jessie Balmert,
The Enquirer,
3 July 2025
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Sharper, higher quality steel blades are manufactured by a Swiss company specializing in intricate watch components, and the program lets each attendee choose their own mix of blades and accessories.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The brand scouts artisans around the world who specialize in various techniques, from intricate embroidery to weaving, beadwork and tailoring.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
Verb
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He was convinced Liverpool had made a shrewd choice when Slot was appointed as Klopp’s successor, having seen his work close up during his three-year reign at Feyenoord.—
James Pearce,
The Athletic,
22 Mar. 2025
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After the presidential election, in 1989, Bush appointed her to be a member of the United States Holocaust Memorial Council.—
ASSOCIATED PRESS,
TIME,
22 Mar. 2025
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Matlin was nominated for an Emmy for that guest appearance.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Vought was nominated to run the Office of Management and Budget, while Carr was tapped to lead the Federal Communications Commission.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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Currently, Matt Dickerson and Benito Jones are listed as starters on the Dolphins' defensive line.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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One recent residence listed for him in Harrisburg was condemned in 2022.—
Marc Levy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Free agency hasn’t formally started yet, but the Miami Heat’s roster is already almost full.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 July 2025
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Two crates full of Sam’s Club water bottles resting in ice baths sit beneath them.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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There are working rooms with tools for cheese-making, weaving, black- and lock-smithing, along with hunting rifles and plenty of cowbells in all sizes and with elaborate leather collars.—
John Oseid,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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After the death of a Dalai Lama, senior monks traditionally undertake an elaborate search for his reincarnation, guided by dreams, visions, signs from sacred lakes, and rituals.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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The president has also frequently posted about Woods on Truth Social, especially when the golfer made comebacks from injury.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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On March 11, according to a screenshot shared with JTA, one group member posted a message that appeared to endorse Garfunkel’s petition but also raised questions about it.—
Ben Sales,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Detailed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detailed. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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