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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 a disappointing debut season with the New York Yankees and an inconsistent Year 2, Rodón undertook a thorough self-examination of his status as a starting pitcher.
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Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
As the county considers allowing a data center, Biggs promised to be thorough in vetting the proposal.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
To ensure employees successfully adapt to the changing environment, provide clear communication and thorough training.
—Sourabh Deorah, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Both have earned our Editors' Choice award after thorough testing.
—PCMAG, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorough
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The stunning dress — complete with ruching detail on the bodice and a sweetheart V-neck — takes Vivian from a duckling to a swan, leaving everyone (including Edward) in awe while on a date at the opera to watch a performance of Verdi's La Traviata.—
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And her fashion sense is impeccable, too, wearing everything from a stylish black Prada dress to a ginger top and miniskirt, complete with a distinctive gold chain necklace.—
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The reform was originally expected to take effect on April 1, 2025, but implementation is pending as detailed regulations and procedural guidelines have yet to be issued.—
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For travelers, the guidance is clear: bring documentation, be prepared for detailed questioning, and understand that authorization to travel is not the same as authorization to enter.—
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Iryna has over 12 years of personal experience with counseling, in addition to taking part in an extensive AI course to further enhance her knowledge of the technology.—
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Moët is one of the ‘maisons’ that is part of the LVMH Group alongside brands such as Louis Vuitton, which has enjoyed extensive trackside advertising at races this year, and TAG Heuer, the watch brand which became F1’s official timekeeping partner for the 2025 season.—
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Without a comprehensive impact study on the risks of displacement, this project cannot be responsibly approved.—
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This comprehensive approach has led to a stronger core of internal talent at Aflac. Data and AI as Business Drivers Aflac has long been a pioneer in artificial intelligence, implementing solutions to improve claims quality and auto-adjudicate lower-risk claims.—
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Martha Stewart and Mila Kunis carried ones that looked like this simple option.—
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Murena Pixel Tablet Apps Switching away from Google's flavor of Android will always result in an app gap, and there's no simple way around it.—
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The pendulum, which swung far toward inclusion in the wake of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, is now swinging back in full force in the opposite direction.—
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The synthetic, dual-fiber bristles (a mixture of fine and thick in density) pick up just the right amount of product to deliver streak-free full application without absorbing too much product or depositing it unevenly onto skin.—
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There was recently a show at the Pompidou Center, a really exhaustive retrospective of Surrealism.—
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This is not an exhaustive list of players the Broncos could target in every round.—
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His primary goal is providing unconditional love, which research shows sets children up for success broadly defined.—
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Earlier this week, Trump signed a full and unconditional pardon for Devon Archer, a one-time business partner of Hunter Biden, former President Joe Biden’s son.—
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“Thorough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorough. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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