detailing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of detailing
First recorded in 1970–75; detail ( def. 13 ) + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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“My patients are not suffering from depression; they’re suffering from oppression,” Kidia writes in the book, detailing how many people’s conditions are dependent on external circumstances, including financial instability.
From Salon • May 18, 2026
Jurors heard from former OpenAI board members and executives - some in person, others via videotaped sworn depositions - detailing first-hand experiences of Altman allegedly failing to be forthright.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
She has publicly grilled Silverman about needing access to more discovery materials, and the medical examiner’s report detailing how Hernandez died was not available to her until last week.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
It also writes public-facing reports, the most prominent of which is the annual Economic Report of the President, detailing the economic impact of the administration’s policies in the past year.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Its windows are bordered by deep red tile and gold detailing.
From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle
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