as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a full-scale search and rescue for the victims of the rock slide
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Recent Examples of full-scale
While most yachts center around the owner, Eternal Spark’s owner chose to take the commercial route and turn it into a full-scale but unique charter yacht, now listed through Ocean Independence.
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Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Unlike full-scale backup environments, which are often complex and expensive, an MVP focuses on speed, simplicity and effectiveness.
—David Chou, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
So not long after Russian forces occupied the city during the full-scale invasion in 2022, she was summoned for questioning.
—Howard Lafranchi, Christian Science Monitor, 29 Apr. 2025
In all of these arguments, the prospect of a full-scale war functions as a pressure test.
—Colin Jones, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2025
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Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025
Unlike full-scale backup environments, which are often complex and expensive, an MVP focuses on speed, simplicity and effectiveness.
—David Chou, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
So not long after Russian forces occupied the city during the full-scale invasion in 2022, she was summoned for questioning.
—Howard Lafranchi, Christian Science Monitor, 29 Apr. 2025
In all of these arguments, the prospect of a full-scale war functions as a pressure test.
—Colin Jones, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-scale
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The model comes with seven flossing tips, a one-minute timer with a 30-second pacer to ensure thorough water flossing of all areas and a removable water reservoir with 90+ seconds of flossing time.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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Give your resume and LinkedIn profile a thorough audit (or get a resume writer or career coach to help you), and find ways to creatively include these in-demand skills within them.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Google got in early with its extensive Pixel 9 discount, Samsung is preparing to launch its new Galaxy S25 Edge with a money-off promotion, and now the iPhone 16 has joined in with price cuts across all models of the 2024 Apple phone.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Design That Adapts to Real Life Unlike traditional central systems, mini split air conditioning does not require extensive ductwork or invasive installation.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Still, some Republicans are pointing to the recent criminal cases as evidence of a systemic flaw that requires a comprehensive solution, like requiring all Americans to provide a birth certificate, passport or other citizenship document to register to vote.—
Miles Parks,
NPR,
17 May 2025
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Biss repeated pillars of the comprehensive plan: to allow for more housing in Evanston, to create more housing in Evanston and to implement sustainable practices in Evanston in alignment with the city’s Healthy Business Ordinance.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2025
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By the time markets closed on Monday, the rebound was complete, with traders actually up from January thanks to the biggest day of gains since tariffs tanked confidence.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
12 May 2025
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Walt Disney World is gearing up for a fantastic summer, complete with a new nighttime parade at Magic Kingdom, two new shows debuting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and a slew of new activities for guests at select resorts.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
12 May 2025
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Nissan on May 13 announced sweeping cuts across the company with plans to lay off another 11,000 employees and close more than a half-dozen plants across the globe.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Those in search of luxury can stay in a five-star hotel, sleeping on a plush bed, soaking in a deep bath tub and lounging on a balcony with sweeping mountain views.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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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
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Bloomsbury’s members believed that the individual’s experience and sensation—and not an exhaustive representation of material reality—ascribed art its value.—
Jenny Noyce,
JSTOR Daily,
14 May 2025
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