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thoroughness

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


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Internal government reports also raised questions about the thoroughness of the cleanup.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026

The thoroughness with which Callanan, an Irish barrister by profession, treats these travails is the most attractive feature of his book.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026

Among its competitors, NordVPN’s privacy audits stand out for their thoroughness and frequency.

From Salon ● Dec. 12, 2025

Like most laypeople, you’re not in an authoritative position to judge the accuracy and thoroughness of your estate-planning documents.

From MarketWatch ● Dec. 6, 2025

They performed the task with Ivy League thoroughness and efficiency.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis


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