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thorough

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


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“This investment was made after thorough diligence of the investment structure and the underlying documentation,” Prasad said in a statement on his fund’s stake in Anthropic.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Ramaphosa would face "very rough and thorough questions" if impeachment proceedings were opened, he added.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

"The FAI followed a thorough and comprehensive investigation by the procurator fiscal who ensured that the full facts and circumstances of Archie's death were presented in evidence."

From BBC • May 5, 2026

“The District follows established ... procedures, which are designed to ensure a fair, thorough, and impartial process for all parties,” officials said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

I wondered if that was too long, but he claimed he needed at least that much time to make a thorough study of the island’s bird colonies.

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




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