1
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
they researched the issue thoroughly before deciding how to vote
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2
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
Wash the board with hot, soapy water to remove the lemon or vinegar, and dry thoroughly.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025
That could mean taking a complaint around systemic issues and investigating it thoroughly.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
All of Martinez’s dishes, beginning with an enticing array of tapas, are thoroughly grounded in Iberian food culture and adamantly based on seasonality.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Despite claims that every single individual deported was thoroughly vetted, immigration officials have provided scant evidence.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025
That could mean taking a complaint around systemic issues and investigating it thoroughly.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
All of Martinez’s dishes, beginning with an enticing array of tapas, are thoroughly grounded in Iberian food culture and adamantly based on seasonality.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Despite claims that every single individual deported was thoroughly vetted, immigration officials have provided scant evidence.
—Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughly
Adverb
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This can include supporting lending programs where individuals borrow devices as needed and ensure everyone has the tools to take part fully in the digital economy.—
Sumeet Grover,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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In fields like computer science and math, remote work is already the norm, with 77% of workers open to fully remote roles.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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So there’s a mutual agreement between the two, or mutual benefits, that are quite tolerable—or even pleasurable.—
Mark Holgate,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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The Chicago Cubs have done a lot to shape their team into a postseason contender over the last few months, and, to this point, it's paid off quite well.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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Then, Brooker began thinking about tossing someone totally wrong into a James Bond film.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Her face is often framed by tendrils or topped off with bangs; even when her hair is totally pulled off of her face, the vibes are soft.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
17 Apr. 2025
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There can be benefits, especially for people who know how to harness it: Becoming utterly immersed in something often stimulates an incredible amount of passion, creativity, and learning.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
14 Apr. 2025
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The 2010 La Questa Cabernet was also utterly amazing, showing worn leather, licorice, baker’s chocolate and a hint of amaro.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2025
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The matzo balls that come straight from the box are fluffy, and perfectly salty, and just easier to make.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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The stamp tips come in different sizes, shapes, and heights to recreate the perfectly imperfect asymmetry of natural freckles.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
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But at the mention of Wade, the mood in the room immediately shifted; all around me, eyebrows raised.—
D. Watkins,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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This is the first time a full season of your show will be dropped all at once.—
Michael Ausiello,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Substrate Checkmate The fact that cloud-native applications (in so many instances) fail to be wholly integrated with the lower substrate services that underpin them is enough to upset any self-respecting cloud architect.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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At Stella McCartney’s fall 2025 ready-to-wear runway show during Paris Fashion Week, Macron wore a tiger-print midi dress with a tie-neck detail, paired with edgy thigh-high boots, wholly demonstrating the versatility of her wardrobe.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, inflation cooled in March, putting price increases well below a peak attained in 2022, fresh data on Thursday showed.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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The news arrives just last year after the Academy’s historic announcement of a best casting category, which will be awarded for the first time at the 98th ceremony in 2026.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Thoroughly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughly. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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