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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
Space.com Staff, Space.com, 16 Aug. 2025
The mission’s detailed investigation of Europa will help scientists better understand the astrobiological potential for habitable worlds beyond our planet.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 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
The launchable model is a detailed recreation of the Falcon 9 and retails for $149.99.
—Space.com Staff, Space.com, 16 Aug. 2025
The mission’s detailed investigation of Europa will help scientists better understand the astrobiological potential for habitable worlds beyond our planet.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 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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Incorporating thorough quality assurance processes tailored to address AI-specific security vulnerabilities is essential.—
Rob Green,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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This permit allows for up to 800 megawatts electric (MWe) of nuclear power and followed a thorough environmental and safety review that remains valid through 2039.—
Daniel Stout,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Aug. 2025
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Metallic gold elements, cotton jacquards and intricate embroideries are central to the romantic theme.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
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Many companies have intricate criteria for funding projects and almost none for killing them.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 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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If Roberson can bring her full repertoire, a podium finish is likely.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Half full: Peacock also still has Sunday Night Football, TV’s top show, during the NFL season.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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His content often involves big-budget, elaborate stunts and charitable acts.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Aug. 2025
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One of the more elaborate locations was the Magdalen College, a constituent college that was founded in 1458, according to Elle.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
5 Aug. 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 21 Aug. 2025.
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