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extensively

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ɪkˈstɛnsɪvɫi// UK //ɛkstˈɛnsɪvli// ex·ten·sive·ly General-service

adv. in a way that covers a lot of information, space, or detail. You use this when something is done very thoroughly or over a large area.

adv. to a great or wide-ranging degree; covering a large area or a vast amount of detail.


SIMPLE

The police searched the building extensively for clues.

CONTEXTUAL

The author traveled extensively across South America to research her latest historical novel.

COMPLEX

The legal team reviewed the documents extensively before the trial, ensuring that every piece of evidence was cross-referenced with the witness statements.

Origin

From extensive + -ly.

Usage

Typically follows the verb it modifies or sits at the end of the clause.

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