as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a full-scale search and rescue for the victims of the rock slide
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Recent Examples of full-scale
Israel launched a full-scale war on Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza following the organization's unprecedented October 7 attacks in 2023, and battled Hamas-aligned Hezbollah over Israel's northern border until a fragile ceasefire ended full-scale hostilities in November 2024.
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Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Many investors believe a full-scale trade war would plunge the economy into a recession and force the Federal Reserve to cut short-term interest rates, which would likely provide some support for the bond market.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
Some speculate that an earlier decision not to run again, and the full-scale primary campaign that would have followed, would have allowed some other Democratic candidate to prevail in November.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 20 May 2025
CrowdStrike expanded from endpoint protection to a full-scale security platform with its Falcon offering, while SentinelOne transformed its Singularity solution into a broader platform.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Many investors believe a full-scale trade war would plunge the economy into a recession and force the Federal Reserve to cut short-term interest rates, which would likely provide some support for the bond market.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
Some speculate that an earlier decision not to run again, and the full-scale primary campaign that would have followed, would have allowed some other Democratic candidate to prevail in November.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 20 May 2025
CrowdStrike expanded from endpoint protection to a full-scale security platform with its Falcon offering, while SentinelOne transformed its Singularity solution into a broader platform.
—Steve McDowell, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-scale
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Advanced segmentation goes even further, using new technologies to conduct more thorough, precise analysis of customers' profiles, behavior and habits—all within a short period of time.—
Nataliya Andreychuk,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Footwear News’ global network of editors has carefully curated all product selections featured using our expansive brand knowledge and thorough research to find quality, long-lasting items.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Right whales are identified by individual markings on their heads and bodies, with extensive photo catalogues managed by the New England Aquarium.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Drawing from her extensive experience in content development for award-winning productions and emergent networks, Luisa will guide participants through the end-to-end process of production, from concept development to distribution.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
22 May 2025
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Additionally, Rael is launching at 5,000 Walgreens doors with a comprehensive assortment of products across skin care and period care.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Being able to place the device on someone’s head would allow for more comprehensive brain monitoring.—
Paul McClure
May 29,
New Atlas,
29 May 2025
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The Beats Studio Pro are wireless, over-ear headphones that offer a rich, well-balanced sound complete with head-tracking spatial audio.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
24 May 2025
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There’s something about that that felt very whole and complete, because that’s the surprise of it.—
Lauren Coates,
Variety,
24 May 2025
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Paging Stevie Young and his steady, sweeping right arm.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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As President Trump backs away from tougher sanctions on Russia, Ukraine is urging the European Union to assume a greater leadership role with a sweeping new sanctions proposal, including asset seizures and secondary sanctions on Russian oil buyers such as India and China.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The most meaningful thread of the entire episode involves Fielder filling out an exhaustive health form for the FAA and getting stuck on the question of his own anxiety.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
26 May 2025
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Ophuls mixed period footage and incisive, often exhaustive interviews, adding to the public’s understanding of the complex issues his films tackled.—
Richard Natale,
Variety,
26 May 2025
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“Full-scale.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-scale. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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