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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
Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
For nearly a year, the DOJ has served hospitals with subpoenas, seeking detailed patient files of transgender youth, personnel files for clinicians, and other documents related to transgender healthcare.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 12 June 2026
Bryan West, USA Today, 12 June 2026
The buzz about algae growth in the reflecting pool came after several reports, including one from the Washington Post, detailed large spots of growth in the pool throughout the week after Trump declared the multimillion-dollar project complete.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 12 June 2026
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Adjective
While crime on public transit is rare, a recent Charlotte Observer investigation finding violent incidents were more likely to occur on buses rather than light rails, and detailed attacks on bus drivers.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
For nearly a year, the DOJ has served hospitals with subpoenas, seeking detailed patient files of transgender youth, personnel files for clinicians, and other documents related to transgender healthcare.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 12 June 2026
Verb
My favorite art is detailed and singular in its voice.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 12 June 2026
The buzz about algae growth in the reflecting pool came after several reports, including one from the Washington Post, detailed large spots of growth in the pool throughout the week after Trump declared the multimillion-dollar project complete.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for detailed
Adjective
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This all requires her to have a thorough understanding of the facts of the case, knowledge of relevant legal precedent, and a familiarity with potential counterarguments.—
Rogé Karma,
The Atlantic,
11 June 2026
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Developed over three decades, the Lanserhof Cure is the focal point of every stay and is designed for thorough regeneration of the gut and intestines.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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Werber’s intricate world-building and philosophical undercurrents have long been considered unadaptable, but Xilam and UGC have set off crack the beloved novel to deliver a high-concept series aimed at global family audiences, spanning from young viewers to adults who grew up with the bestseller.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
11 Dec. 2025
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Inspired by the inner workings of computer chips, Crowther’s intricate AI structure looms large over the busy construction site.—
D.W. Pine,
Time,
11 Dec. 2025
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The interception of the Smyrtos occurred just days after the PM appointed a new Defense Secretary, Dan Jarvis, following the resignation of John Healey from Starmer’s fragile government in a dispute over military budgets.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Pryor appointed a special committee to investigate.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 June 2026
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Running back Anthony Thompson came in as runner-up the last time Indiana had a player nominated for the award in 1989, losing out to Houston’s Andre Ware.—
Tyler Erzberger,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
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Costar Cynthia Erivo was also nominated at the 2025 Globes, earning recognition in the best actress, musical or comedy category.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Dec. 2025
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The main item on today's agenda is House Bill 1032, the redistricting bill, but lawmakers could also debate amendments to two other bills listed on the agenda.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
12 Dec. 2025
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Only the Reading Road tower and obelisk at Fifth and Pike are listed on the city’s website.—
Jeff Suess,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Dec. 2025
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The low-wing, single-engine turboprop plane was not able to make it to full power, according to officials with the Bates County Emergency Management Agency.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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The theme song drops a full 13 minutes into the episode (love when that happens), and then the band continues to bombard Lestat with questions about vampire logic.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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The tree tops knitted together, forming an elaborate living ceiling.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
11 Dec. 2025
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One of Owens’ simple pleasures is reading southern obituaries, which are much more elaborate than the clinical memorials published in her hometown that stick to dates and relatives.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Dec. 2025
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Video posted to social media showed the plane on its side and smashed into a highway barrier as the tail was ripped from the fuselage.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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In a joint statement posted to Facebook on Tuesday, the Defiance County Sheriff's Office and the Defiance County Prosecutor's Office said the boy died in an accidental shooting on Saturday.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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“Detailed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detailed. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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