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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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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
The review process for accommodation requests for animals should continue to be thorough and reasonable.
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Shari Wald Garrett,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
This season’s third episode should be recognized as the best hour of the series so far, a thorough, process-centric portrait of what’s required to lead the commonfolk and sit on the maybe-sentient Iron Throne, which is famed for its ability to accept or reject a ruler.
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Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
In its letter, the LAPPL said after a thorough review of communications between the city there was nothing specific on reforming police oversight, police discipline or any other matter about the LAPD.
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City News Service,
Daily News,
18 June 2026
However, an enzyme cleaner offers a thorough and efficient solution.
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
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Shari Wald Garrett,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
This season’s third episode should be recognized as the best hour of the series so far, a thorough, process-centric portrait of what’s required to lead the commonfolk and sit on the maybe-sentient Iron Throne, which is famed for its ability to accept or reject a ruler.
—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
In its letter, the LAPPL said after a thorough review of communications between the city there was nothing specific on reforming police oversight, police discipline or any other matter about the LAPD.
—
City News Service,
Daily News,
18 June 2026
However, an enzyme cleaner offers a thorough and efficient solution.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorough
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There’s a fitness center for action, a spa for pampering, and for families or groups wanting complete privacy, the exclusive-use Monwana Residence has its own chef, butler, private safari vehicle and guide team.
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The county, which released the case files, said the documents do not present the complete picture of what happened.
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Being able to provide a more detailed origin on the label gives the producer a story to tell and lends the wine greater exclusivity.
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See below for a more detailed methodology.
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Don't wait for a perfect plan or extensive training; real learning in pricing, marketing, and operations occurs through direct action and adaptation.
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Battiloro was arrested following an extensive investigation and charged with two counts of first-degree murder and multiple traffic offenses, according to prosecutors.
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Without discussing too much in detail, councilmembers raised several potential alternatives during the meeting, including parking garage subsidies, downtown employee waivers and a comprehensive citywide review of parking programs.
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The first stage began in July 2025, when Meta announced comprehensive measures targeting accounts that repeatedly share unoriginal content without meaningful enhancement, building on enforcement actions that had already been taken against 500,000 accounts in the first half of the year.
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The questions Campbell needs to answer are simple.
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Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple.
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The surest way to move the fastest, have the greatest impact and capture the most value is to vertically integrate and execute on the full value chain end-to-end.
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For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
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Rigorous, exhaustive testing of all tracks, signaling systems, and vehicles is the standard industry practice for major airport transit infrastructure to guarantee seamless long-term system integration.
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In 2024 in Miami-Dade County, housing for a single adult cost $1,892 per month, food $549, transportation $424, healthcare $189, and that's not an exhaustive list of necessities — the monthly total, factoring in additional expenses, came to $3,982.
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Human rights groups have called for the immediate and unconditional release of Abu Safiya amid reports that he has been denied food and proper medical care and has been subjected to abuse.
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His philosophy centers on the concept of unconditional love.
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“Thorough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorough. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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