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comprehensive

/ˌkɑm.pɹəˈhɛn.sɪv/ adjective B2
  1. Broadly or completely covering; including a large proportion of something. · When there are diametrically opposing views on a big issue that concerns millions of people, doing comprehensive research just makes sense.
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Sherlock Holmes ran her over with one of his quick, all-comprehensive glances.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, p. 36 · B2
If writing a comprehensive report feels paralyzing, you might commit to simply opening the document and typing a single paragraph.
The Emotional Roots of Procrastination, p. 1 · C1
Similarly, hospitality workers in Australia receive a comprehensive minimum wage that adequately covers their basic daily living expenses.
The Tipping Question, p. 1 · C1
Recognizing this profound deficiency, scholars proposed a comprehensive new dictionary that would trace the historical development of every single word.
A Dictionary Built by the People, p. 1 · C1

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