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

Wine consumption as a whole is declining, according to the French Agriculture Ministry, with the government funding permanent vineyard removal in some cases. — Martina Di Licosa, CBS News, 31 July 2026

Recently, the Phillies acknowledged just how costly Turner’s defensive regression has been for the team as a whole. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, but Saltair’s sales are expected to be in the region of $150 million for 2026 as a whole. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 30 July 2026

Rapper Killer Mike will give the opening keynote, speaking on the intersection of AI and culture, and how that ties back to the music industry as a whole, according to Samuels. — Mirtha Donastorg, AJC.com, 29 July 2026

Rhymes for as a whole

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