as a whole

phrase

: as a complete unit

—used to make a statement that relates to all the parts of something

Language as a whole is constantly evolving.

The lecture was intended for the group as a whole.

The company as a whole is doing well.

Examples of as a whole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The night, as a whole, was something of a mixed bag for Devers. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026

So much of what Stott is doing well — walking more, playing good defense, being selective at the plate — reflects what this team is doing as a whole this month. — Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Besides, the naked eye gives a better sense of the moon as a whole object entering a larger object's shadow. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Holistic wellness has become an increasingly popular approach to self-care, highlighting a demand for wellness solutions that balance the body as a whole rather than its various parts. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for as a whole

• amphibole
• asystole
• buttonhole
• casserole
• centriole
• decontrol
• glycerol
• metropole
• monopole
• multipole
• omeprazole
• oriole