thoroughly
Americanadverb
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in a thorough manner or degree; completely and carefully.
We will review the data thoroughly.
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perfectly; utterly.
We thoroughly enjoyed the play.
Etymology
Origin of thoroughly
First recorded in 1450–1500; thorough ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Versus rotten Brooklyn on Friday—a team thoroughly committed to the tank—the Celtics shot a silly 66.7%, the second-best shooting performance in team history.
Encouraged by some of those investors to try out a few of the AI models available, Marks placed the Claude bot under scrutiny and came away thoroughly impressed.
From MarketWatch
Cleveland’s Plain Dealer reported, “We incline to believe them in good part the work of deception” and yet, “a great many of those involved … are thoroughly honest and sincere.”
From Literature
Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister, has also said he regretted not having investigated Epstein more thoroughly.
From BBC
Creator Jacob Tierney, producing partner Brendan Brady and the executives who supported the series explain why it will remain thoroughly Canadian in Season 2.
From Los Angeles Times
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