as in careful
taking, showing, or involving great care and effort
did a meticulous job of restoring the painting
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Recent Examples of meticulous
While Libra is a sign known for beauty, Virgo is meticulous and artisanal.
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Maya Alzaben, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Accounting for each creature demanded the meticulous labor of dehydrating, dissecting, mounting, pinning, labeling—essentially the main techniques available until the turn of the 21st century, when genetic sequencing allowed taxonomists to zoom in on DNA bar codes.
—Marion Renault, The Atlantic, 29 Sep. 2025
For her debut, Louise Trotter highlighted the brand’s history, bringing the iconic weave to the forefront with meticulous study.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Many of the players enjoyed how meticulous the head coach was when going over details pre-and post-match but, as poor results continued, some felt this information went in one ear and out the other.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
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Maya Alzaben, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Accounting for each creature demanded the meticulous labor of dehydrating, dissecting, mounting, pinning, labeling—essentially the main techniques available until the turn of the 21st century, when genetic sequencing allowed taxonomists to zoom in on DNA bar codes.
—Marion Renault, The Atlantic, 29 Sep. 2025
For her debut, Louise Trotter highlighted the brand’s history, bringing the iconic weave to the forefront with meticulous study.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Many of the players enjoyed how meticulous the head coach was when going over details pre-and post-match but, as poor results continued, some felt this information went in one ear and out the other.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meticulous
Adjective
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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These treatments require careful and ongoing monitoring.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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More than 70 percent of the participants were identified as being open-minded, conscientious, and emotionally stable.—
Alyssa Ages,
Outside,
30 Sep. 2025
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More than 30 years ago, Greider, a conscientious journalist with a keen eye for detail, exposed how the American political system had been bent toward wealthy interests who could afford to hire lobbyists.—
Zephyr Teachout,
The Atlantic,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Set to debut on the streamer on January 9, 2026, the film follows free-spirited Poppy (Bader) and routine-loving Alex (Blyth), who have been unlikely best friends for a decade, living in different cities but spending every summer vacation together.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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According to the rescue, Cody has shown himself to be a gentle and loving dog who thrives on human companionship.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Associations that keep up with laws and embrace diligent management are simply better positioned for long-term stability and sustained owner confidence, even in the face of a shifting and sometimes unpredictable market.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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Help recognize those keeping Anaheim beautiful Here is an opportunity to compliment and recognize your neighbors for their diligent work on maintaining their property.—
Andrea Manes,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Meticulous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meticulous. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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