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What is an idiom for to be very thorough?

Here are some idioms for being very thorough:

General:

* Leave no stone unturned: This classic idiom means to search everywhere and consider every possibility.

* Go the extra mile: This idiom signifies exceeding expectations and putting in extra effort to ensure thoroughness.

* Be meticulous: This simply means paying close attention to detail and being careful in every step.

* Be painstaking: This implies taking great care and effort, even if the task is tedious.

* Be exhaustive: This describes a thorough search or examination that covers everything.

Specific to tasks:

* Comb through: This means to examine something carefully and completely, like combing through hair.

* Scrutinize: This implies examining something closely and critically.

* Pore over: This describes studying something very carefully, often line by line.

* Drill down: This suggests investigating something in great detail, getting to the root of the matter.

The best idiom to use will depend on the specific context.

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