the whole

Example Sentences

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There is a “thick, mostly invisible layer of human labor holding the whole thing together,” the report said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Despite the turnout, there was something strained and desperate about the whole enterprise, like they are the few still holding onto hope that anti-feminism can make good on its promises.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

If those units vested today, the whole stake would be worth $33.5 million, based on Wednesday’s closing price of $23.25.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

She said: "I had a cheese fountain, salsa, guacamole, jalapenos, the chips. I had the whole works. I love it."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

He must be thinking either that I have presented him with a mystery with an impossible solution or that the whole thing is entirely in my head.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse