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as in complete
having no exceptions or restrictions
had thorough access to the files for her research
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2
as in detailed
including many small descriptive features
thorough analysis of the current crisis in Asia
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as in extensive
trying all possibilities
a thorough search of the office that turned up no evidence of wrongdoing
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
a very thorough textbook on respiratory disorders
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Recent Examples of thorough
After giving the furniture a thorough inspection with a sticky roller, use a vacuum fitted with a crevice attachment to pick up any lingering sand, especially in tight spaces that the sticky roller might easily miss, such as between cushions, along seams, and in tufting.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2025
Undertaking a thorough evaluation to identify the root cause is crucial in preventing complications.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 2 Aug. 2025
In this thorough and spirited survey, Jacobs celebrates how puzzles of all kinds—jigsaws, sudoku, Rubik’s Cubes—give us not only fun and purpose but also a secret set of superpowers.
—Sophia Stewart, The Atlantic, 1 Aug. 2025
Since landing full creative control of the franchise this year, Amazon MGM has been thorough in its search for the behind-the-scenes talent that will be overseeing the development of this next pic in the series.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 31 July 2025
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2025
Undertaking a thorough evaluation to identify the root cause is crucial in preventing complications.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 2 Aug. 2025
In this thorough and spirited survey, Jacobs celebrates how puzzles of all kinds—jigsaws, sudoku, Rubik’s Cubes—give us not only fun and purpose but also a secret set of superpowers.
—Sophia Stewart, The Atlantic, 1 Aug. 2025
Since landing full creative control of the franchise this year, Amazon MGM has been thorough in its search for the behind-the-scenes talent that will be overseeing the development of this next pic in the series.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorough
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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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No visit to Boone is complete without a stop at the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis—or its beloved downtown Boone outpost.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Rudman also highlighted the detailed marine artwork on some of the company’s new long-sleeve T-shirts.—
Steve Waters,
Miami Herald,
16 Aug. 2025
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Whether their child is advanced or needs extra support, homeschooling offers a level of detailed instruction that cannot be attained in a classroom setting.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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There was an extensive police presence, and two SWAT vehicles were on the scene.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
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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Over the long term, this strategy positions China not just as a global supplier, but as a comprehensive industrial leader—one capable of setting standards and shaping the direction of global markets.—
Time,
Time,
6 Aug. 2025
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But it was intended to be a simple, three-course meal, the documents showed.—
Chiara Eisner,
NPR,
16 Aug. 2025
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In North Carolina, Republicans are a few votes shy of a supermajority in one chamber but still control the redistricting process because the state’s congressional maps are not subject to veto and therefore can be passed by a simple majority in the legislature.—
Elena Shao,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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If Roberson can bring her full repertoire, a podium finish is likely.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Check out the full program for fall at the Academy Museum, with language provided by the museum, below.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
6 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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Now, after months of being pummeled by investors, regulators, and media, Hemsley has admitted that UHG needs an exhaustive, stem-to-stern rehab—an extraordinarily audacious goal for an organization of some 400,000 employees.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
31 July 2025
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One of the most important parts of the film is the story of Ella Little-Collins unconditional love towards Malcolm X, Gayotto-Hohl said.—
Damenica Ellis,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Aug. 2025
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In the pic, eras overlap seamlessly, capturing the primal fears, rituals, and unconditional bonds that remain unchanged through time.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Thorough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorough. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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