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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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Hermann Goering, a top Nazi official, plundered Goudstikker's entire collection when the art dealer fled to England in 1940.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Earlier studies had deleted the molecule throughout the entire body, making it difficult to determine exactly where it was acting.

From Science Daily • May 10, 2026

The rest of the basketball world has spent the entire season wondering whether this is the end of James’s eight-year partnership with the NBA’s glitziest franchise—his longest consecutive stint with a single team.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

“So she understands the entire political spectrum as well as anyone.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

At least now, under the weight of this small girl’s arms, his entire being was finally in agreement: Here was precisely where he should be.

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




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