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
There’s also Ohtani, the organizational face who, like Kershaw, set an example through a meticulous and regimented routine.
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Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Williams had particularly meticulous records of her belongings and their cost.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Self-evident, meticulous care has been taken over the costumes and the haircuts.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
Experts wonder if the US surface warfare success led it to neglect mine countermeasures, something that is slow and meticulous in contrast to missile battles.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
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Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Williams had particularly meticulous records of her belongings and their cost.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 24 Mar. 2026
Self-evident, meticulous care has been taken over the costumes and the haircuts.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Mar. 2026
Experts wonder if the US surface warfare success led it to neglect mine countermeasures, something that is slow and meticulous in contrast to missile battles.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meticulous
Adjective
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An assembly of planets in Aries moves through your twelfth house, stirring emotions behind the scenes and asking for careful tending.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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To the begonia collectors out there, Begona Black Velvet, with large leaves that could have fallen from a maple tree, is worth a careful look.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This conscientious engagement is well-suited for futures, which often reward market awareness and preparation.—
Wyles Daniel,
Sacbee.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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The retreat’s quiet atmosphere and conscientious design reflect their belief in the restorative powers of simplicity, reflection, and connection with nature.—
Kelsey Eisen,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
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In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, Daniel is choosing to remember Allison as a loving individual who spent her last moments taking care of her friend in need.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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Audrey Jones described her brother — who left behind two children — as loving, kind and compassionate.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
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Some reviewers are unhappy with slow results — but Hers products are most effective when used consistently for a minimum of three months, and there’s no way of knowing how diligent these reviewers were.—
Rebecca Strong,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Herzog depicts the bushmen who aid Boyes as dignified, diligent and intelligent without romanticizing them while capturing the rugged beauty of the African landscape.—
Stuart Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Meticulous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meticulous. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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