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
The resulting data will help determine the design of a future commercial facility and support decisions related to full-scale development.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 forced Berlin to begin rethinking that posture.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
The Ultimate Fighting Championship match has kicked off Sunday evening on the grounds of the White House, with the mixed martial arts fight series taking place on the South Lawn under a full-scale UFC Octagon.
—Isabella Murray, ABC News, 14 June 2026
This is best for owners who want to offer a meaningful benefit to a growing team without the administrative nightmare of a full-scale corporate plan.
—Chris Kline, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for full-scale
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 forced Berlin to begin rethinking that posture.
—Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
The Ultimate Fighting Championship match has kicked off Sunday evening on the grounds of the White House, with the mixed martial arts fight series taking place on the South Lawn under a full-scale UFC Octagon.
—Isabella Murray, ABC News, 14 June 2026
This is best for owners who want to offer a meaningful benefit to a growing team without the administrative nightmare of a full-scale corporate plan.
—Chris Kline, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for full-scale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-scale
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Detectives with the Arlington Police Department’s Crimes Against Children Unit conducted a thorough investigation, according to police, and obtained a warrant for Reyna’s arrest.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
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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,
12 June 2026
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Months later, after an extensive investigation involving local, state and federal agencies, authorities concluded that Harmony had been killed in Manchester in early December 2019.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Richards-Slavik said the detail work is so extensive it can be measured in miles.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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But for users who want a more comprehensive view of their finances — including investments and long-term goals — Monarch Money offers a compelling feature set that helps justify its cost.—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Janet agreed to pay over $8,600 in restitution and complete 150 hours of community service.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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But the call of the stage was so strong that Abdul-Mateen II made a complete career change in his late 20s.—
Carita Rizzo,
Deadline,
14 June 2026
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For best results, apply with a damp beauty sponge using a stippling motion rather than sweeping strokes, which can disturb coverage and leave streaks.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
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Tens of thousands of people marched through the streets of the Italian capital in anti- and pro- migration demonstrations Saturday, after a far-right citizens’ initiative seeking sweeping measures against migrants garnered enough support to be brought to Parliament.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 June 2026
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Jeffrey Lurie and Howie Roseman were deep into an exhaustive search, with nine interviews already completed.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Their multi-omic analysis, published in Cell Reports Medicine, is described as the most exhaustive study ever conducted on a supercentenarian.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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“Full-scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-scale. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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