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scrupulous

[skroo-pyuh-luhs] / ˈskru pyə ləs /


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The less scrupulous voices also invade Beverly’s meticulous household like bulls in a suburban china shop.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

DePetro isn’t especially scrupulous about what he allows on his social feeds.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Mr. Wallace is a scrupulous scholar, but such evidence isn’t always available.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Nonetheless, the portfolio’s impressive return reminds us of the need to cultivate scrupulous objectivity when digesting the financial news.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 24, 2025

“Oh! you are too scrupulous, indeed you are,” cried Emma warmly, and taking her hand.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen