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as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
they researched the issue thoroughly before deciding how to vote
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as in fully
to a full extent or degree
I am thoroughly satisfied with her explanation of the events of that evening
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Recent Examples of thoroughly
This serves as a critical reminder to prepare thoroughly—by asking the right questions, clarifying expectations, and planning strategically—to make the most of their leave while balancing personal and professional priorities.
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Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
If bitten, rinse the wound thoroughly with warm water and clean it with antibacterial soap.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
For instance, if a skunk or raccoon has invaded a home, Whitmore thoroughly inspects it to understand where and how the animal enters.
—Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Is an invasive tree inherently bad, in a world so thoroughly transformed and reshuffled by humans?
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
If bitten, rinse the wound thoroughly with warm water and clean it with antibacterial soap.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
For instance, if a skunk or raccoon has invaded a home, Whitmore thoroughly inspects it to understand where and how the animal enters.
—Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Is an invasive tree inherently bad, in a world so thoroughly transformed and reshuffled by humans?
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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The key would be not fully enclosing the track giving emissions and sound a place to go.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Only about 20% of those people were incarcerated, and the majority had fully completed their sentences.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Every team in the league is going to aggressively pursue the young flamethrower, so acquiring him may be quite tough.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Eight years later, earlier this year, the media behaved quite differently when Iran hacked the Trump campaign and some prominent newsrooms were approached with materials from Vice President JD Vance’s dossier.Andrew Wallenstein, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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In four of the last five presidential elections (and five of the past seven), the electorate has not only turned out the party in power but exchanged the sitting president for someone almost totally opposite from his predecessor.Bruce J. Schulman / Made by History, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
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Katie Holmes once again proved that bag ladies are totally stylish.Clara McMahon, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Prior to this past summer, its host was an utterly anonymous Gen Z woman named Haliey Welch, a factory worker from Belfast, Tennessee.Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Republicans insinuated that EcoHealth played a role in inventing the COVID virus, which is utterly preposterous.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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Red velvet is perfectly acceptable for Christmas, too.Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
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Verdugo would slot in perfectly for the Pirates in left field while pushing Bryan Reynolds to right field.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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These elaborate gingerbread houses, many life-sized, are extraordinary creations, a true fusion of pastry, art, carpentry, and architecture, all under the supervision of the resident pastry chef.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Prior to the case confirmed in the Louisiana patient, cases had been mild and patients had all recovered after receiving antiviral medication, according to the CDC and state health officials.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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If Fishman’s math holds up, ESPN could be looking at a 20% boost in overall revenue in just seven years’ time—a feat that likely would be wholly improbable if the sports unit were to maintain the status quo or promote the streaming tyro at the expense of the foundational TV network.Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Tokenized securities proponents envision capital efficiency gains across the financial sector for securities that exist in a wholly on chain digital format.Brady Dale, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
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Allen had a better OPS than all but Henry Aaron, who was one point better: .941 for Aaron, .940 for Allen.Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Many multinational companies have shifted to producing alcohol locally as well, a cost-effective alternative to exporting from a central hub.Rachel King, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Thoroughly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughly. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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