flesh (out)

Definition of flesh (out)next
as in to develop
to express more fully and in greater detail a lengthy follow-up that fleshes out the original report on the military engagement

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  • Researchers developed a new approach, the constant inner potential density functional theory, which enables the inclusion of the electrode potential in the simulation of semiconductor electrochemistry.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
  • While other forwards struggled to develop synergy with new linemates, Cowan made chemistry with those around him look easy.
    Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 15 Mar. 2026
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  • Situationist is also expanding its team, with a new office above the new store.
    Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Republican lawmakers are opposed to expanding health care to undocumented immigrants, and particularly ready to attack Democrat efforts to raise new revenues to do so.
    Andrew Graham March 9, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
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  • The Panthers made two acquisitions on Friday in forwards Vinnie Hinostroza and Cole Reinhardt that will help supplement the team’s forward group the rest of the way.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
  • As the band started to gain more recognition locally, Ramos and JOP got temporary warehouse jobs to supplement their income.
    Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Flesh (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flesh%20%28out%29. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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