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wholly

[hoh-lee, hohl-lee] / ˈhoʊ li, ˈhoʊl li /




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Whatever turns Mr. Boorman’s career took, though, “Point Blank” remains icily distinctive for finding a wholly fresh way into an old theme.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

He said strike action was "wholly avoidable" if the government was willing to negotiate.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Echoing prior comments, Buffett said Apple is better than any of Berkshire’s wholly owned businesses.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Porkalob wholly immerses herself in the world she’s conjuring.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

But Barack had arrived in my life a wholly formed person.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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