as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a full-scale search and rescue for the victims of the rock slide
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Recent Examples of full-scale
The tribe and others have opposed the open-pit gold and antimony mine at each step of the approval process, with full-scale digging operations slated for 2028.
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Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 5 Feb. 2025
Russian funds have poured into the country, particularly since the full-scale war in Ukraine and subsequent sanctions on Russia.
—Anthony Borden, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2025
Sure, we're already guaranteed a new Mario Kart on Switch 2, but there hasn't been a big-budget, full-scale F-Zero since 2003.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
The exodus of these brands in the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine hit Russian car manufacturers hard and left a void that was quickly filled with Chinese car companies such as Geely and Chery.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 5 Feb. 2025
Russian funds have poured into the country, particularly since the full-scale war in Ukraine and subsequent sanctions on Russia.
—Anthony Borden, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2025
Sure, we're already guaranteed a new Mario Kart on Switch 2, but there hasn't been a big-budget, full-scale F-Zero since 2003.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 31 Jan. 2025
The exodus of these brands in the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine hit Russian car manufacturers hard and left a void that was quickly filled with Chinese car companies such as Geely and Chery.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-scale
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Experts say some packages have been caught up in the confusion and could still be sitting with customs, where they were set to undergo a more thorough inspection. 4.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Start with a thorough vacuuming using a clean upholstery attachment to remove dust, hair, and other debris from the mattress surface.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
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The police barricades and street closings appeared to be as extensive as those for the annual tree lighting on the same spot every holiday season.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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In our conversation, Onah pushed back on reports of extensive reshoots impacting his vision.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
14 Feb. 2025
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The top 25 airlines all meet a list of specific requirements, such as providing a comprehensive full-service experience, and having an economy seat pitch of a minimum of 31 inches.—
Tamara Hardingham-Gill,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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There is also little doubt those comprehensive plans went up in flames.—
Josh Klein,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
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The complete Shielding Suit, including jacket and pants, costs $5,290.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
17 Feb. 2025
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Fried was talking about 1978, when Guidry also had a 1.74 ERA in 35 starts, including 16 complete games and nine shutouts.—
Brendan Kuty,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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The current political climate, combined with competing priorities within the U.S. Department of Education, makes sweeping changes improbable.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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This vibrant destination, filled with dramatic cliffs and sweeping views of the Walnut Street Bridge, will tug on the heart strings of both nature lovers and the city enthusiasts.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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Having completed an exhaustive number of laps, Marquez was seen pushing hard to improve his success today, but the crash left him choosing not to continue for that session.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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By no means exhaustive, these questions should be viewed as good starting points to keep us disciplined and check our emotions — which should never play any role in our selling (or buying) decisions.—
Jeff Nash,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Full-scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-scale. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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