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Exhaustive

usgb/ɪɡˈzɔːstɪv/Volume
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Meticulous Detail

Means paying attention to every detail, not missing anything.

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The scientist gave an exhaustive description of the experiment process.
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Time Intensive

Usually requires a lot of time to be thorough.

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The exhaustive background check took several weeks.
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Not Always Positive

Can suggest something is too detailed and possibly unnecessary.

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His exhaustive explanation was more confusing than helpful.
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