in detail

1. With close attention to particulars; thoroughly. For example, She explained her theory in detail. It is also put as go into detail, meaning “to investigate thoroughly,” as in You know what I mean, so I needn't go into detail. The first expression dates from about 1600, the second from the late 1800s.

Example Sentences

For some athletes the turning point in pulling back was the pandemic, said American marathoner and world qualifier Reed Fischer, as they embraced wearable tech that measures the body’s operations in detail.

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James’s lawyer, Abbe Lowell, has defended the bank documents related to the 2023 purchase in detail, saying James corrected an error on the form and told her bank she wouldn’t be living there.

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Mr Donald also outlined in detail how the events around his overpayment to his former landlord unfolded.

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The police have never canvassed this area in detail even though they had a confession.

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Lady Drummond said she had read emotional impact statements from Mr Canney's relatives which "describe in detail their utter heartbreak at their loss".

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