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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
after an exhaustive search of our house, we still hadn't found the cat
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
an exhaustive survey of the nation's sexual habits
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Recent Examples of exhaustive
His exhaustive training and reminders to eat have helped regulate his circadian rhythm, and the impact has been noticeable.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Building a life at sea Living on a ship for a prolonged period might sound boring to some, but the Grand World Voyages features an exhaustive list of experiences to keep passengers occupied.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 19 May 2025
And, of course, there’s an exhaustive lineup of cocktails, both classic and cutting edge, including intriguing NA beverages.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Published on May 14, 2025 By Viju Mathew Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The car’s exhaustive five-year restoration was completed in 2005.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Building a life at sea Living on a ship for a prolonged period might sound boring to some, but the Grand World Voyages features an exhaustive list of experiences to keep passengers occupied.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 19 May 2025
And, of course, there’s an exhaustive lineup of cocktails, both classic and cutting edge, including intriguing NA beverages.
—Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Published on May 14, 2025 By Viju Mathew Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
Photo : Paolo Carlini, courtesy of RM Sotheby's
The car’s exhaustive five-year restoration was completed in 2005.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhaustive
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Advanced segmentation goes even further, using new technologies to conduct more thorough, precise analysis of customers' profiles, behavior and habits—all within a short period of time.—
Nataliya Andreychuk,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Footwear News’ global network of editors has carefully curated all product selections featured using our expansive brand knowledge and thorough research to find quality, long-lasting items.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Travel medical coverage is often part of a comprehensive travel policy that also includes reimbursement for trip cancellation, lost bags and other situations.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
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Additionally, Rael is launching at 5,000 Walgreens doors with a comprehensive assortment of products across skin care and period care.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, and Jennifer Lopez are among his extensive list of A-list clientele.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
3 June 2025
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Prior to Paramount, Clemens built an extensive career in television development and production.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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Its immediate expansions and 1999 sequel moved away from these fictional cities, but a full trilogy of early 2000s-era games each centered on one location from the original game apiece with GTA III (2001) set in Liberty City, followed by Vice City (2002) and San Andreas (2004).—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
26 May 2025
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This thing looks like a travel-sized deodorant and somehow sounds better than your full home speaker setup.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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Researchers have long questioned the purpose of the artifact, which depicts a North African hunting scene, complete with warriors, a range of weaponry, lions and a hunting dog.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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The Beats Studio Pro are wireless, over-ear headphones that offer a rich, well-balanced sound complete with head-tracking spatial audio.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
24 May 2025
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“Exhaustive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhaustive. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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