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thoroughly

[thur-uh-lee, thuhr‐] / ˈθɜr ə li, ˈθʌr‐ /




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Another blood test for cancer gives doctors an early read on how thoroughly their treatments have removed the disease.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The proposed rule states that “plan fiduciaries would need to objectively, thoroughly, and analytically consider, and make determinations on factors including performance, fees, liquidity, valuation, performance benchmarks, and complexity,” the department said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

“I want to make sure that this summer I thoroughly analyze what we need to change, and I have to stay true to LAFC’s identity.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Mr. Naismith deals with the evidence thoroughly, but in the absence of a narrative source, we are left with little idea of Offa as a person.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed all the world I’ve seen so far and would go to the ends of the earth with Ms. Mac.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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