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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
civil rights advocates are hoping for a thoroughgoing rejection of the proposed bill
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a thoroughgoing attempt to solve the puzzle and still no luck
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Recent Examples of thoroughgoing
Even Iran, a thoroughgoing theocracy, calls itself the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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John M. Crisp, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
At La Follette’s behest, the state legislature enacted a thoroughgoing and efficient reform of these industries.
—Time, 16 July 2025
In Jen Silverman’s thoroughgoing adaptation, Tekla is given full voice, and the men are finally held to account.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 19 May 2025
This reckless act of aggravating the situation requires that the armed forces of the DPRK maintain a rapid reaction capability and thoroughgoing war posture.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
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John M. Crisp, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
At La Follette’s behest, the state legislature enacted a thoroughgoing and efficient reform of these industries.
—Time, 16 July 2025
In Jen Silverman’s thoroughgoing adaptation, Tekla is given full voice, and the men are finally held to account.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 19 May 2025
This reckless act of aggravating the situation requires that the armed forces of the DPRK maintain a rapid reaction capability and thoroughgoing war posture.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughgoing
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Also, nothing in the Davis-Stirling Act says that the HOA’s obligation to repair the property depends upon whether the HOA can afford the expense, so the duty is unconditional.—
Kelly G. Richardson,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Her unconditional love rivaled that of the most loyal golden retriever.—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
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At speeds unimaginable even a year ago, AI supplies investors with a confident, seemingly thorough and impressively well informed analysis.—
Anna Demeo,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The Orioles said in a statement that the fan was identified and removed from the ballpark while the club conducts a thorough investigation, which makes sense.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Premier Sea View rooms, complete with balconies, are the prime choices.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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And ceasefire, allowing complete unfettered access, and most importantly, a full respect for humanitarian law and humanitarian aid workers, and that simply isn't happening at all right now.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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Every small business article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of small business products.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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But damage to the pad — Launch Complex 36 (LC-36) — could be extensive, judging by the extent of the explosion, which multiple rocket-watchers captured on video.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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But moving Cale just to stay in that neighborhood would be sheer Looney Tunes.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The NikeCourt dress features a black, lightweight semi-sheer dress layered over a crimson tank and is currently sold out.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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California’s housing reforms in recent years have been among the most comprehensive in the country.—
Christina Mojica,
Oc Register,
26 May 2026
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The coach declares her team’s strategies as the best and most comprehensive in the country.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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When the squad reported back to Kirkby five days after his death, the training complex was a scene of utter devastation.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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On their first two trips to the property, the enormity of the task at hand—and their utter naiveté in taking it on—sank in.—
Ingrid Abramovitch,
Architectural Digest,
22 May 2026
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There are other ETFs branded under the space investing theme that have been in the market for years already, building portfolios of stocks that include pure-play, high-risk space exploration companies, satellite companies, and broader aerospace and defense sector names.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
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The introduction of this tournament helped transform football from a pure enjoyment into a competitive sport, first played by amateurs and later by professionals.—
Thomas Adam,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
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“Thoroughgoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughgoing. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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