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scrupulous(close, complete, tough, exact)
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thorough(close, exact, certain, complex)
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meticulous(person, close, complete, tough)
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careful(close, complete, tough, fancy)
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punctilious(careful, precise, thorough, meticulous)
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conscientious(complete, exact, full, careful)
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fastidious(character, behavior, careful, precise)
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assiduous(activity, complete, energetic, vigorous)
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fussy(complex, careful, steady, precise)
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perfectionist(careful, thorough, scrupulous)
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diligent(activity, difficult, careful, precise)
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particular(close, complete, tough, exact)
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elaborate(close, complex, precise, involved)
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exact(complete, tough, fancy, certain)
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sedulous(activity, difficult, energetic, vigorous)
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exacting(careful, thorough, demanding, particular)
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precise(fancy, harsh, exact, certain)
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industrious(activity, difficult, energetic, vigorous)
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rigorous(harsh, rigid, honorable, reliable)
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