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thorough

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


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“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

However, the award of Hibs' equaliser after no handball was given against scorer Joe Newell was the correct call following a "thorough check", said Collum.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

As the case dragged on and the flak kept coming, Police Scotland's then chief constable Sir Iain Livingstone said their "diligent, thorough and proportionate" criminal inquiry was looking at potential embezzlement.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

President Xi Jinping urged "all-out efforts" to treat the injured and called for thorough investigations into the incident, according to Xinhua.

From Barron's • May 23, 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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