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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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On June 24, the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes hit Caracas and the coastal state of La Guaira, flattening entire high-rise apartment blocks into layers of rubble.

From Barron's • Jul. 11, 2026

Rather than trading lines back and forth, Lightbody and Minogue sing the entire song in unison.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2026

They believe that AI demand remains robust enough to broaden out beyond the initial chip leaders and lift multiple sectors, boosting the entire stock market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 10, 2026

The Dundon family comprises the entire first two rows of names on the iconic chalice, even though Papa Dundon is the only one who holds a position within the organization.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2026

“Best day of business so far. Traded some wolf bark to an itchy chipmunk in exchange for her entire winter’s nut collection.”

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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