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as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
this matter is important, so please give me your entire attention
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as in whole
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
the entire team needs to be present for the photograph
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as in completely
to a full extent or degree
a shocking revelation that would destroy entire the false little world that she had carefully constructed for herself
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Recent Examples of entire
Laura Schifter, Time, 15 July 2025
In fact, no building in the entire town can be built over four stories tall.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 July 2025
After just a few months on the job, Bondi claimed her anti-fentanyl operations saved 258 million lives—a number that is roughly three-quarters of the entire U.S. population.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Or harvest the fruits after the entire vine dies at the end of the season.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Adjective
Last year, Hurricane Helene wiped out entire North Carolina towns previously considered safe from that type of destruction.
—Laura Schifter, Time, 15 July 2025
In fact, no building in the entire town can be built over four stories tall.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 July 2025
After just a few months on the job, Bondi claimed her anti-fentanyl operations saved 258 million lives—a number that is roughly three-quarters of the entire U.S. population.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Or harvest the fruits after the entire vine dies at the end of the season.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entire
Adjective
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Last Sunday, the historically Black all-male college where Hubert was a rising sophomore awarded him a posthumous Bachelor of Arts degree in religion.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
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Also while at Kansas, Townsend has coached 13 NBA Draft lottery selections, more than 30 overall NBA draftees and 70 all-Big 12 Jayhawks.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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As its only consistent cast member, Lyonne is basically the whole show.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Was Justin Bieber pulling a long con on us this whole time?—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Even five minutes of undivided attention can go a long way.—
Mark Travers,
CNBC,
13 July 2025
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Robinson recommended that parents set aside certain times of the day to give their kids undivided attention.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Construction is about 20% complete, and the building is on track to open for the 2026-27 school year, said Lippman, the CEO of Carmen Schools.—
Mia Thurow,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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During World War II, a small section was used as air raid shelters, complete with heavy fortified doors.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN Money,
23 July 2025
Adverb
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Mountains rise suddenly and everywhere, reflected perfectly in the still fjords and inlets beneath, as if replicating the Game of Thrones intro.—
Phil Thomas,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Encouraging the fans in the studio to get on their feet and get into it, the quartet has the crowd clapping along to its mostly a cappella performance of the song that perfectly blends yearning, soulful singing with cowgirl attitude and acoustic twang.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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In total, during the fiscal year ending in June 2025, the park rangers department billed more than 1,650 hours of overtime.—
Maritza Dominguez,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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In total, their work helped more than 1,300 veterans in 2024.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
Adverb
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Once exposed, that kind of information is almost impossible to fully retrieve or erase: disappearing into the vastness of cyberspace.—
Chris Groshong,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Jetted tubs can harbor more bacteria and aren't always disinfected fully, according to experts.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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The walkout lower level includes a full home gym and sauna.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
26 July 2025
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No full freeway closures were scheduled in metro Phoenix over the weekend, but cross streets along the Loop 101 were set to be closed, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.—
Olivia Rose,
AZCentral.com,
26 July 2025
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“Entire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entire. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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