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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
after an exhaustive search of our house, we still hadn't found the cat
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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
an exhaustive survey of the nation's sexual habits
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Recent Examples of exhaustive
The Department underwent an exhaustive effort to collect all records in its possession responsive to the Act.
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Tom Winter, NBC news, 7 May 2026
At the same time, the list of what a child needs has become exhaustive and tyrannical.
—Literary Hub, 5 May 2026
Here’s a non-exhaustive list of where demonstrations will be held.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The Liquid app aims to create a simplified trading interface for an exhaustive list of financial assets.
—Jack Kubinec, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
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Tom Winter, NBC news, 7 May 2026
At the same time, the list of what a child needs has become exhaustive and tyrannical.
—Literary Hub, 5 May 2026
Here’s a non-exhaustive list of where demonstrations will be held.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The Liquid app aims to create a simplified trading interface for an exhaustive list of financial assets.
—Jack Kubinec, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhaustive
Adjective
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Removing Stains From Your Microwave Baking soda gives more than a thorough cleaning.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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Rinse under cold water 1 minute, shaking to ensure a thorough rinse.—
Midwest Living,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The Mavericks now begin a comprehensive search for their next head coach, hoping their next candidate is a promising figure with little regard for the spree of bad luck that has encumbered this organization.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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Most clinics start with comprehensive evaluations that can include CT, MRI and DXA scans, blood panels, cognitive testing, fitness assessments and genome sequencing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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The kids club, pools, villas, and other family-friendly amenities attract a lot of multi-generational crews, while the spa and extensive wellness programming bring in the adult crowd.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Aside from beers from Sacrament, The Rooftop has a fairly extensive wine list as well as a full bar with custom and classic cocktails.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Analysts say the reason global markets were not immediately hit by the full impact of disruptions to Middle Eastern crude supplies is that commercial inventories, government strategic reserves, and tankers already at sea have acted as buffers.—
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CNBC,
18 May 2026
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To accentuate her silver metallic gown, Twain rocked rocked full bangs teamed with long auburn tresses.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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Food and drink All-day restaurant Pure serves up a sprawling breakfast buffet complete with omelette and pancake stations, heaving tropical fruit platters, and baked goods galore, including Polynesian treats like coconut bread.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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There was a sense of endings at St James’ Park; not definitive, not complete, but persuasive, a final home game for Kieran Trippier as a Newcastle player, and a feeble waft of farewell in the colour of claret.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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“Exhaustive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhaustive. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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