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thoroughness

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


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It seems unlikely that such a hodgepodge could offer the thoroughness of a traditional autobiography, but “Small Town Girls” does.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Just last week, researchers hotly debated the thoroughness of the contamination testing at Palisades Charter High School’s campus.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

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

"Above all, we owe it to the victims and survivors to ensure that their needs are met with compassion and thoroughness."

From BBC • Sep. 19, 2025

Ashley Naches has the thoroughness of a CNN reporter interviewing a head of state.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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