through·out
thrü-ˈau̇t 
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
1
: in or to every part : everywhere
of one color throughout
2
: during the whole time or action : from beginning to end
remained loyal throughout
Synonyms
Examples of throughout in a Sentence
Preposition
The company has stores throughout the United States and Canada.
She has traveled throughout the world.
His supporters remained loyal throughout his difficulties.
Throughout her life, she has suffered with the disease.
It rained throughout the day.
Adverb
The house is painted white throughout.
The house has wood floors throughout.
He had a difficult year, but his supporters remained loyal throughout.
Recent Examples on the Web
Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 24 Apr. 2024
The North American run kicks off July 19 in Seattle, Wash., before stretching throughout the summer, hitting venues in Los Angeles, New York, Las Vegas and more before wrapping up on August 18 in Greensboro, NC.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2024
China’s People’s Liberation Army is conducting exercises with a growing number of countries and offering training to militaries throughout the developing world.
—Elizabeth Economy, Foreign Affairs, 23 Apr. 2024
Unfortunately, it’s exclusively served in the fall, typically starting during September and going throughout November, until the restaurant transitions to its winter specials.
—Alexandra Maloney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2024
And Williams’ interest in fashion has been apparent throughout his time at USC, appearing on the cover of GQ in September.
—Luca Evans, Orange County Register, 23 Apr. 2024
The plant grows throughout the U.S., including in Florida.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2024
Board members also argued at various points throughout the meeting and at the end of the meeting, one top district official was escorted out of the room after approaching a board member who criticized him.
—Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 11 Apr. 2024
Aside from the celebratory spirit throughout the evening, there was also a certain level of warmth and familiarity.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 11 Apr. 2024
Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2024
Depth issues remain throughout, but particularly at linebacker and safety.
—Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2024
Both Gluck and Wolpert are credited as writers for the film, but Shakespeare’s influence is woven throughout, in ways both subtle and decidedly not.
—Melissa Locker, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024
The photography throughout is intentionally ugly; the recipes themselves are almost confrontationally bizarre.
—Hannah Whitaker, The New Yorker, 22 Apr. 2024
Heat on the stovetop until hot throughout; add the cream and sour cream, and garnish fresh before serving.
—Martina McBride, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2024
The show itself, which also features a superspy platypus, maintains this sense of optimism and humor throughout.
—Ew Staff, EW.com, 15 Apr. 2024
This 100-room boutique hotel is somewhat of a Key West outlier, swapping out the island’s common Old Florida colors and aesthetic for an unexpected and sleek modern-industrial look featuring dark wood, grays, and iron accents throughout.
—Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024
The remainder of the body must be lifted off the ground and be kept straight throughout.
—Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Preposition
Performances are solid throughout, though McAdams’ projection was muted at a recent performance.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 24 Apr. 2024
The North American run kicks off July 19 in Seattle, Wash., before stretching throughout the summer, hitting venues in Los Angeles, New York, Las Vegas and more before wrapping up on August 18 in Greensboro, NC.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2024
China’s People’s Liberation Army is conducting exercises with a growing number of countries and offering training to militaries throughout the developing world.
—Elizabeth Economy, Foreign Affairs, 23 Apr. 2024
Unfortunately, it’s exclusively served in the fall, typically starting during September and going throughout November, until the restaurant transitions to its winter specials.
—Alexandra Maloney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2024
And Williams’ interest in fashion has been apparent throughout his time at USC, appearing on the cover of GQ in September.
—Luca Evans, Orange County Register, 23 Apr. 2024
The plant grows throughout the U.S., including in Florida.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2024
Board members also argued at various points throughout the meeting and at the end of the meeting, one top district official was escorted out of the room after approaching a board member who criticized him.
—Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 11 Apr. 2024
Aside from the celebratory spirit throughout the evening, there was also a certain level of warmth and familiarity.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 11 Apr. 2024
Adverb
Jed Brewer, Good Loud Media Prioritize Face-to-Face Meetings Connecting in person is a powerful networking tool, not only at the beginning of building professional relationships but throughout, ensuring a lasting bond.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2024
Depth issues remain throughout, but particularly at linebacker and safety.
—Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2024
Both Gluck and Wolpert are credited as writers for the film, but Shakespeare’s influence is woven throughout, in ways both subtle and decidedly not.
—Melissa Locker, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024
The photography throughout is intentionally ugly; the recipes themselves are almost confrontationally bizarre.
—Hannah Whitaker, The New Yorker, 22 Apr. 2024
Heat on the stovetop until hot throughout; add the cream and sour cream, and garnish fresh before serving.
—Martina McBride, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2024
The show itself, which also features a superspy platypus, maintains this sense of optimism and humor throughout.
—Ew Staff, EW.com, 15 Apr. 2024
This 100-room boutique hotel is somewhat of a Key West outlier, swapping out the island’s common Old Florida colors and aesthetic for an unexpected and sleek modern-industrial look featuring dark wood, grays, and iron accents throughout.
—Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024
The remainder of the body must be lifted off the ground and be kept straight throughout.
—Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
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throughout
1 of 2 adverb
through·out
thrü-ˈau̇t
1
: in or to every part : everywhere
of one color throughout
2
: during the whole time or action : from beginning to end
remained loyal throughout
throughout
2 of 2 preposition1
: in or to every part of
throughout the house
2
: during the whole time of
throughout the evening
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