throughout

²throughout

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Definition of THROUGHOUT

1

: all the way from one end to the other of : in or to every part of <cities throughout the United States>

2

: during the whole course or period of <troubled her throughout her life>

Examples of THROUGHOUT

1. The company has stores throughout the United States and Canada.
2. She has traveled throughout the world.
3. His supporters remained loyal throughout his difficulties.
4. Throughout her life, she has suffered with the disease.
5. It rained throughout the day.

First Known Use of THROUGHOUT

13th century

Related to THROUGHOUT

Synonyms: about, across, over, round, through, around

Related Words: on

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