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entire

[en-tahyuhr] / ɛnˈtaɪər /


Usage

What are other ways to say entire? The adjective entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. Complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Perfect emphasizes not only completeness but also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond.

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Abysmal with the most compelling being the pitchers who have been injured almost their entire time on the team.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 18, 2026

Once the product was shelf-stable, an entire world of possibilities opened up to Hidden Valley Ranch.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

Within days of receiving the funds, Wagh transferred the entire £50,000 into her personal account and spent it on personal finance and stocks and shares.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

Oseman has learned to tune out that online chatter, accepting that she cannot please everyone — let alone represent the entire spectrum of the young queer experience.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 17, 2026

I’ll have to race around the entire archives grabbing them one by one.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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