entireness

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It was in these terms that Bonheur described herself in the interview: “Art is an absorbent — a tyrant. It demands heart, brain, soul, body, the entireness of his votary,” she said.

From New York Times • Oct. 17, 2022

Yet He knows,—if the entireness of a gift means anything,—that I have not given with a reserve, that I am yours in my life and soul, for this year and for other years.

From The Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Barrett, Vol. 1 (of 2) 1845-1846 by Browning, Robert

It is intended for the entireness of our sanctification: “the very God of peace sanctify you wholly.”

From Sermons Preached at Brighton Third Series by Robertson, Frederick William

It has all that grand simplicity, that entireness which characterizes his works: it contains, too, some admirable pictures.

From The Diary of an Ennuyée by Jameson, Mrs. (Anna)

There have been many acute essays upon his minor characteristics; but intellectual criticism has never grappled with Shakespearian art, in its entireness and grandeur, and probably it never will.

From Washington's Birthday by Schauffler, Robert Haven