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thorough

[thur-oh, thuhr-oh] / ˈθɜr oʊ, ˈθʌr oʊ /


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On Wednesday, the organization said it would commission “a thorough independent review of the events that occurred.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that "no one" could determine the aircraft's origin with any authority until a thorough examination was carried out.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

“Our valuation reflects a thorough analysis of comparable properties with similar views, many of which would require substantial renovation or complete redevelopment,” she shared.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

He has resisted calls for a parliamentary inquiry into the case, arguing that it would not shed more light on the crimes than a thorough police investigation.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

A thorough search of the floor uncovered a lot of dust bunnies and one leathery thing the size of a golf ball.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs




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