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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
Meanwhile, roof and subfloor spaces were thoroughly vented, usually without screens, to allow for some measure of natural cooling.
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Richard Olsen, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2025
Rinse and dry: Rinse everything thoroughly to remove the cleaner, and then dry the sink and fixtures completely with a microfiber cloth or paper towel.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
Cat owners and caretakers are urged to follow these tips:
Refrain from feeding cats any dairy products that have not first been pasteurized or thoroughly cooked to kill the virus.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2025
Several other brands make totally competent racks, but none are as unique, well made, thoroughly designed, or beautiful as what 1UP constantly pumps out.
—Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 20 Jan. 2025
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Richard Olsen, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2025
Rinse and dry: Rinse everything thoroughly to remove the cleaner, and then dry the sink and fixtures completely with a microfiber cloth or paper towel.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
Cat owners and caretakers are urged to follow these tips:
Refrain from feeding cats any dairy products that have not first been pasteurized or thoroughly cooked to kill the virus.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2025
Several other brands make totally competent racks, but none are as unique, well made, thoroughly designed, or beautiful as what 1UP constantly pumps out.
—Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughly
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Aerial imaging can detect hot spots and show crews like this where to look, but every inch has to be checked by a person in order for an area to be declared fully contained.—
M. R. O’Connor,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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There are no fully functioning hospitals or schools in the area and access to water, power and basic supplies is extremely limited, despite aid flows into Gaza increasing since the ceasefire came into effect.—
Abeer Salman,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
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But Hart is correct, no one attacks these types of plays quite like Anunoby does.—
Fred Katz,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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The phone also has a 120Hz display, Qi wireless charging, and a decent camera that’s not quite as nice as those on its flagship counterparts but still capable of impressive results.—
Quentyn Kennemer,
The Verge,
22 Jan. 2025
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The reality is that Social Security won’t go totally bankrupt if Congress doesn’t act to address its funding challenges.—
Steve Vernon,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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Plus, the red packaging is totally on theme for Valentine’s Day.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
24 Jan. 2025
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Quirky, outspoken, and utterly Floridian, Irvin is as much Vero Beach as the latest tycoon to get hooked on the community’s unique blend of sophistication and authentic, flip-flop fun.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
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Since those early international forays, the major brands have largely dropped the American overtones from their advertising, as years of continuous expansion have turned them from a curiosity to something utterly ubiquitous.—
Alex C. Park,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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That’s not to say that all one-size hats will fit everyone perfectly.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Jan. 2025
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Bottom line By about five minutes into Zuckerberg’s prepared remarks, one thing was made perfectly clear: The fierce intensity he’s picked up in the octagon has made its way to the boardroom.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2025
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Hopefully, the Recording Academy voters can all agree, however, that the best of the bunch this year is both a long time coming and totally fresh: Kim Gordon’s The Collective.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2025
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This havoc inspired the federal government to intervene to end the environmental wreckage, spare watersheds and shield communities, all under the aegis of conservation, which became a global project.—
Stephen Pyne,
Smithsonian Magazine,
29 Jan. 2025
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Some of the best ready-to-wear suits on the market come from such brands, whose wholly distinctive points of view provide a welcome departure from the rigidity of many bespoke tailors’ house styles.—
Aleks Cvetkovic,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2025
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The reality star paired the piece with a black miniskirt, sheer black tights and black pumps for a wholly monochrome look that mimicked the color choices of her family.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
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Cap Toe Ballet Flat Ballet flats are back, and no brand does ballet flats better than Tory Burch.—
Nina Derwin,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2025
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Hurts took a big sack well into the third quarter, and was seen limping.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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