thoroughly
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East Surrey hospital suggested they needed the bed back for others, and said all such moves are thoroughly planned with the patient.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
More than a decade into his political ascent, it’s remarkable how thoroughly the lesson of Donald Trump has been internalized by the apparatus around him.
From Salon • May 18, 2026
According to other attendees, including Times journalists, event staff were checking tickets, though not very thoroughly, at multiple points prior to escalators that descended to the metal detectors where Allen allegedly dashed past armed security.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
Despite her thoroughly secular upbringing, Freidenberg maintained a religious sensibility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
It takes me about twice as long to walk there now, so I leave early to give myself time to scour the sidewalks as thoroughly as possible.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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