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thorough

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


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But he left open the possibility of a closure if — after a more thorough investigation by the board into the plan — the decision was again made.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

Matthew Stanbury, defending, told the court that the Parole Board's decision was "detailed and thorough", and that the prosecution's case "comes close to treating denial as conclusive to risk".

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

"Even relatively small exporters and shipments are subject to thorough review and scrutiny on both sides of the globe, and any diverted products would have no service, support, or updates."

From Barron's Jul. 28, 2026

Sjöblom said that while there are ways to speed the process, thorough regulation of ammunition plants should be expected in a democracy.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Everything, including the courtyard, was given a thorough cleaning.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan




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