1
as in posting
to assign to a place or position
once again he was detailed to guard duty
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2
as in nominating
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
the new assistant was detailed to accompany the boss on the business trip
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3
as in listing
to specify one after another
detailed all of the reasons that the plan was a bad idea
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Recent Examples of detailing
Federal Contracts and Grants to SpaceX This graph tracks federal funding trends for SpaceX, detailing all contracts and obligations received from 2008 to 2025.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
The long-sleeve black minidress featured bold, rounded shoulders, long sleeves and sheer and lace detailing on the skirt and bodice.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Mar. 2025
Now, one mom is detailing her daughter’s hospitalization just minutes after consuming the popular drink to send a warning to other parents.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
For additional guidance on submitting Privacy Act requests, agencies like the Department of Energy and Treasury Department offer resources detailing the process.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
The long-sleeve black minidress featured bold, rounded shoulders, long sleeves and sheer and lace detailing on the skirt and bodice.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Mar. 2025
Now, one mom is detailing her daughter’s hospitalization just minutes after consuming the popular drink to send a warning to other parents.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
For additional guidance on submitting Privacy Act requests, agencies like the Department of Energy and Treasury Department offer resources detailing the process.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for detailing
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But after posting solid numbers at the Rookie League and Single-A levels in 2023, Campbell put together a sensational 2024 season, starting in Single-A, then earning fast promotions to the Double-A and Triple-A levels.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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Giddens would decide to stay at school, posting 1,343 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground to pair with 21 receptions for 258 yards.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Benefits of listing on India’s National Stock Exchange.—
Seema Mody,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2025
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There is no staging, no open houses, and none of the disruptions when listing through a typical real estate agent.—
KC Property Group,
Kansas City Star,
2 Mar. 2025
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In the aftermath of Skinner’s exit, Spurs underwent an internal review of their women’s setup, appointing Andy Rogers — previously Spurs’ head of global development — to managing director of women’s football.—
Megan Feringa,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article New York City Transit — the MTA division that runs the city’s buses, subways and Access-A-Ride — is appointing new leadership in each system, the Daily News has learned.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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In the tape, filmed by our babysitter, June sits in a chair against a brick wall, reciting her lines and picking at her knee, pensively.—
Lauren Hilgers,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2025
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Beyond Saturday Night trailer, released Tuesday, features SNL alums Will Ferrell, Amy Poehler, Kenan Thompson, Seth Meyers, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and more recalling their favorite sketches and reciting SNL’s famous, cold open outro.—
Kalia Richardson,
Rolling Stone,
7 Jan. 2025
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And if the administration is worried about tariffs policy placing short-term inflation pressure on the economy, that would make sense.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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Fire Away Avoid placing your ribs over direct fire (unless that's your vibe).—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
21 Mar. 2025
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The Park District Board of Commissioners must next approve a contract outlining Ramirez-Rosa’s salary.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2025
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In outlining the methodology, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins drew comparisons to the European market where in-play betting represents about 75% of all wagers.—
Matt Rybaltowski,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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While chores can be healthy for kids, parents will want to keep certain things in mind when assigning them.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2025
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For example, in addition to assigning workers to picks, the WMS may print labels at print stations that need to be attached to cases.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Those concerned about attaching their name to a public comment may also submit theirs anonymously via the Federal Register pages (which are divided into separate policies for new passports, renewals, and correction or replacement requests).—
Samantha Riedel,
Them,
14 Mar. 2025
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Other techniques include using a tripod or stabilizing your phone on a flat surface and attaching a clip-on telephoto lens to magnify the moon.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Detailing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detailing. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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