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as in thorough
covering everything or all important points
a comprehensive overview of European history since the French Revolution
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as in complete
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
a comprehensive listing of all the paintings generally attributed to the Dutch artist Rembrandt
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as in extensive
trying all possibilities
comprehensive plans for covering just about any conceivable terrorist attack
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Recent Examples of comprehensive
Federal and local investigators will conduct a comprehensive examination of the derailment site, analyzing track conditions, weather data, train maintenance records, and operational procedures.
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Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
This is the sort of data that gets Waugh excited — the combination of pre-storm forecasts, metrics measured, and the photos and videos the team captured allow for a comprehensive overview of the conditions.
—Colleen Hagerty, Rolling Stone, 27 July 2025
Delta offers more comprehensive food and beverage options than many competitors, so travelers linger longer, compounding capacity issues.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 July 2025
Baden Bower’s transparency gambit Baden Bower is preparing to launch a comprehensive transparency initiative in the PR industry.
—Ascend Agency, Baltimore Sun, 24 July 2025
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Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
This is the sort of data that gets Waugh excited — the combination of pre-storm forecasts, metrics measured, and the photos and videos the team captured allow for a comprehensive overview of the conditions.
—Colleen Hagerty, Rolling Stone, 27 July 2025
Delta offers more comprehensive food and beverage options than many competitors, so travelers linger longer, compounding capacity issues.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 26 July 2025
Baden Bower’s transparency gambit Baden Bower is preparing to launch a comprehensive transparency initiative in the PR industry.
—Ascend Agency, Baltimore Sun, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive
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One of the key panels of the conference highlighted the importance of this efficient, effective, and thorough communication across the organization.—
Mena Mirhom,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Rebuilding company trust requires honest leadership, true accountability and a thorough examination of the company’s values — and whether they’re being lived or merely listed on the company website.—
Alyshia Hull,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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Construction is about 20% complete, and the building is on track to open for the 2026-27 school year, said Lippman, the CEO of Carmen Schools.—
Mia Thurow,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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No celebration would be complete without the annual Christmas Parade, typically held the second weekend of December.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
23 July 2025
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However, its extensive amount of green space hasn’t always been a reality for the city.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2025
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The Interview, Part One In this two-part discussion, Rockwell reflects on his extensive career and speaks to the many considerations that go into designing a restaurant.—
Sofia Perez,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The Observation car has panoramic windows to ensure fantastic views along the way.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The greatest artifact of this latter period is the 12th-century St. Pierre’s Cathedral, which was renovated in the 16th century and has retained its original tower; climb the 157 steps for a panoramic view of the city and Lake Geneva.—
Anna Haines,
AFAR Media,
23 July 2025
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Advertisement The National Tsunami Warning Center also issued tsunami advisories for parts of Alaska and the entire West Coast, including California, Oregon, Washington, as well as Canada’s British Columbia.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
30 July 2025
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The incidents in the last three months of 2023 surpassed the entire number of incidents recorded in 2022, and 2024 had the highest number of antisemitic incidents the chapter has recorded in its 12-year existence.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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More: At least 80 bars, restaurants have opened so far in Louisville in 2025: See the full list Reach food and dining reporter Amanda Hancock at ahancock@courier-journal.com.—
Amanda Hancock,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
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The walkout lower level includes a full home gym and sauna.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
26 July 2025
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The history of chicken wings still sparks a debate, but the dish arose in the 1960s and flourished in the 1980s as the cooking of whole chickens declined and consumers began preferring chicken breasts in entrées.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Midday is the perfect time to satisfy your stomach with plant protein: Chickpea salad in lettuce cups or on whole grain bread.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
29 July 2025
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These must be fully inclusive, reflecting the full diversity of the autistic community.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Support initiatives like African Bush Camps Foundation’s Female Guides Program, which empowers women to become safari guides through mentorship and field training, helping shape a more inclusive future for the industry.—
Marni Granston,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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“Comprehensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comprehensive. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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