as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
a tour guide with an encyclopedic knowledge of New York City and its people
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Recent Examples of encyclopedic
Case is far from encyclopedic; this isn’t one of those books that charts a neat narrative path from album to album.
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Emma Alpern, Vulture, 28 Jan. 2025
Michelle had encyclopedic knowledge of what had been made and remade on the coast after each of the hurricanes — most notably Katrina, which decimated this part of Mississippi in 2005.
—Cinelle Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
The abundance of the information ark becomes an encyclopedic abyss.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Longreads, 27 Dec. 2024
Unlike most restaurants with encyclopedic wine lists, Grill 23 actually moved the juice, and opportunities to taste rare and notable vintages were frequent.
—Josh Condon, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
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Emma Alpern, Vulture, 28 Jan. 2025
Michelle had encyclopedic knowledge of what had been made and remade on the coast after each of the hurricanes — most notably Katrina, which decimated this part of Mississippi in 2005.
—Cinelle Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
The abundance of the information ark becomes an encyclopedic abyss.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Longreads, 27 Dec. 2024
Unlike most restaurants with encyclopedic wine lists, Grill 23 actually moved the juice, and opportunities to taste rare and notable vintages were frequent.
—Josh Condon, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encyclopedic
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Yet many enterprise brands still struggle to implement comprehensive creator marketing programs that deliver measurable results across the entire customer journey.—
Scott Sutton,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The comprehensive visualization includes specialized features like pools and outdoor spaces, as well as ensuring your garage is perfectly suited for your needs, even down to charging stations for electric vehicles.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
6 Mar. 2025
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Photo : Bell Flight Bell 505 Jet Ranger X Out of this group, Bell’s five-seat 505 Jet Ranger X is for buyers who want all the bells and whistles, including 99 cubic feet of interior space and raised rear seats that allow everyone to enjoy the panoramic view.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
2 Mar. 2025
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Visitors can hike scenic trails, see various shrines and temples, and enjoy panoramic views of the Yoshino Ropeway, the oldest aerial tramway in Japan.—
Katherine LaGrave,
AFAR Media,
28 Feb. 2025
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Trader Joe's has gained a huge and extensive fan base mostly because of their unique products, cheaper prices, and overall experience.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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These traditional user interfaces are filled with extensive menu options, complex navigation systems and unique labeling systems.—
Praerit Garg,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Image Some senior Israeli officials have argued that there will never be a better moment to take out the major nuclear facilities, though American military officials believe that the Israelis would almost certainly require American equipment and support to do a thorough job.—
David E. Sanger,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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From a legal perspective, law firms conduct thorough investigations and represent victims in their quest for compensation.—
Arnold Sotelo,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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The unprecedented assault cuts off all communication systems and digital devices for a full minute, causing chaos, a significant loss of life, and the ominous threat of another impending strike.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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And a full 17% of immigrants in the U.S. speak English only.—
Annie Abbott,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Encyclopedic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encyclopedic. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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