detailing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of detailing
First recorded in 1970–75; detail ( def. 13 ) + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Replacement floor mats and an intense detailing could go a long way to boosting its curb appeal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
While Montevidoni, the lead ATF agent on the case, spent hours detailing Rinderknecht’s discussions with an AI chatbot, Haney pointed out he never asked ChatGPT for advice to plot a fire.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
“From the moment you arrive, the home’s timeless Texas limestone facade, rich wood beams, and refined architectural detailing create an unmistakable sense of understated luxury,” the listing—which was held by Courtney Oldham of Compass—stated.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
In order to assess whether Trump’s lawsuit was valid, she ordered his personal attorneys and the DOJ to provide written explanations to the court detailing whether they were in conflict with each other.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
It begins by describing how blacks were asked to become involved in the crisis, detailing in dramatic fashion what they did.
From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy
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