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
Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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Anna Chernova, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
During Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for the Russian president, citing war crimes.
—Mark Temnycky, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
When answering reporters' questions, Trump was circumspect about the prospects of ending more than three years of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
—Charles Maynes, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
Democrats coast-to-coast have promised a full-scale counterattack, should the Lone Star State move forward with redistricting.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 30 July 2025
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Anna Chernova, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
During Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for the Russian president, citing war crimes.
—Mark Temnycky, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
When answering reporters' questions, Trump was circumspect about the prospects of ending more than three years of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
—Charles Maynes, NPR, 6 Aug. 2025
Democrats coast-to-coast have promised a full-scale counterattack, should the Lone Star State move forward with redistricting.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-scale
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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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Some doctors and their professional associations say physicians’ extensive training leads to better care, and that some hospitals are just trying to save money by not employing them.—
Arielle Zionts. KFF Health News,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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The author initially believed that extensive aerobic exercise alone was sufficient for good health, neglecting the importance of diet.—
Bryant Stamford,
The Courier-Journal,
14 Aug. 2025
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What makes Wiz particularly compelling is its ability to integrate with more than 150 tools across the modern cloud stack, enabling organizations to build a comprehensive and dynamic security posture.—
Chris McHenry,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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And hopefully, there’s a way forward on comprehensive immigration reform.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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In a separate report, The Information said regulators in China have ordered major tech companies, including ByteDance, Alibaba, and Tencent, to suspend Nvidia chip purchases until a national security review is complete.—
Celia Fernandez,
CNBC,
16 Aug. 2025
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The new early-stage studies for NASA should be complete by mid-September.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The listing explains that the home offers sweeping views of Central Park and glimpses of the Hudson River, being just one block away from the beloved tourist attraction.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Hike the Alkali Flat Trail for sweeping views of the dunes or take the Dune Life Nature Trail to learn about the desert ecosystem.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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These teams earned the right to compete through exhaustive regional qualifying tournaments.—
Katherine Anderson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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Based on exhaustive research, the ambitious series revisits that harrowing moment through the eyes of those who endured it, capturing the deep and lasting scars borne by survivors and the families who, even today, continue their pursuit of justice.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
31 July 2025
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“Full-scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-scale. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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