thoroughness

Example Sentences

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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

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

The LLR concluded the police response meant "opportunities have been missed" and the force's initial investigation appeared "to lack thoroughness".

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2025

They performed the task with Ivy League thoroughness and efficiency.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis