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meticulous

[muh-tik-yuh-luhs] / məˈtɪk yə ləs /


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Because of the meticulous drafting technique, there is little room for individual expression in the drawing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Before Gomez purchased the property six years ago, it underwent a meticulous renovation and is now described as a “private celebrity compound” that “evokes a magical vision of romance, inspiration, and tranquility.”

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

But the meticulous choreography was not just for the benefit of Trump and the 30 CEOs who accompanied him.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Roberts has been working with Saar for 15 years and it’s because of Saar’s meticulous compulsion to keep and collect that she feels like there is still more to learn and share about the artist.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Each drawing is meticulous in detail, but also alive.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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