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Fussily

usgb/ˈfʌsəli/Volume
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Attention to DetailPlay
Used when someone pays extra attention to small, often minor details. SlideShe fussily inspected each flower in the bouquet.
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Conveys AnnoyancePlay
May imply that the attention to detail is excessive or unnecessary. SlideHe fussily complained about the position of the cutlery.
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Not Always PositivePlay
Although it means being thorough, it can have a negative connotation. SlideThe teacher fussily marked every slight mistake.