as in to develop
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort
after hours of brainstorming, the writers finally thrashed out an extended story arc for the sitcom
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrash (out)
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
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Treat the customer relationship as a partnership, too, staying in active conversations about their needs and developing and launching tools and solutions to solve tactical, practical business problems.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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That perspective, forged through experience and gratitude, keeps him grounded when the stakes feel highest.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Also, Leos are known to forge their path — closely resembling Mikey‘s use of One-Eyed Willy’s map to search for the Liberator’s treasure.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2025
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At the very least, schools will create tiers for their Olympic sports, with some receiving more resources for revenue-sharing and staff salaries than others.—
Jon Wilner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 June 2025
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Members are staring down a key four-week stretch to hammer out provisions of the bill, with their Fourth of July goal in sight and pressure mounting to complete President Trump’s top domestic agenda priority.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
1 June 2025
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Though the final legislation will likely mirror broad elements of the deal brokered by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), GOP senators are hammering out differences over deeper budget cuts, Medicaid provisions, clean energy incentives, and more.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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Ilona Maher worked up quite an appetite while in town posing for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s show at the W during Miami Swim Week.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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Tips Scrub your hair gently yet thoroughly when using sulfate-free shampoo to work up the best lather possible.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 May 2025
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Now, our focus remains on crafting messages that are clear, relevant and value-driven, ensuring the audience immediately understands what’s in it for them.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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But behind every image generated, every response crafted, lies a significant and measurable energy cost.—
Aya Saed,
Time,
17 June 2025
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“Thrash (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrash%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 Jun. 2025.
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