1
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 court now has to decide whether they can be held liable before such an order is issued—obliging internet companies to carry out exhaustive policing of their users.
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Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
In conventional structures, performance oversight often means exhaustive reporting and frequent status checks.
—Steven Kawasumi, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Some research suggests that glutamine supplements can help reduce muscle damage caused by exhaustive exercise.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 3 Apr. 2025
This is not an exhaustive list — and hopefully more will be added to it.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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Jon Lee Anderson, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
In conventional structures, performance oversight often means exhaustive reporting and frequent status checks.
—Steven Kawasumi, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Some research suggests that glutamine supplements can help reduce muscle damage caused by exhaustive exercise.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 3 Apr. 2025
This is not an exhaustive list — and hopefully more will be added to it.
—Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhaustive
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The application process includes a thorough review of your credit score, income level, employment history, and debt-to-income ratio.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Some of the siblings of the deceased have also been unrelenting in demanding a thorough investigation into Tee'Andrick's murder.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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All hiring and related data shall be shared with the federal government and subjected to a comprehensive audit by the federal government during the period in which reforms are being implemented, which shall be at least until the end of 2028.—
Kayla Jimenez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Scientists with the forensic genetic genealogy lab based in Texas were able to build a comprehensive genetic profile using existing data for the then-unknown woman and ultimately found her identity.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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When the Cowboy Carter tour kicks off tonight, the audience, some of whom are already lined up outside the stadium, will be the first to hear selections from the extensive album track list live.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
28 Apr. 2025
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His extensive pitch repertoire and his stuff haven’t been an issue.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Cavaliers had their full 15-man standard roster available for Game 1.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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Can Trump fire Fed Chair Powell? The Federal Reserve is charged with promoting full employment and stable prices.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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More news to know now Jury selection is complete in the second murder trial of Karen Read.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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The case will be reviewed by Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador once the investigation is complete, CBS affiliate KBOI reported.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Exhaustive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhaustive. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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