in full

phrase

1
: to the requisite or complete amount
paid in full
2
: to the fullest extent : completely
read the book in full

Examples of in full in a Sentence

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Those concerts have now been reissued in full, too, both alongside many other complete shows in the box and as standalone releases. — Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 7 Nov. 2026 Campaigns in the oil-rich nation are in full swing, with both Tinubu and Atiku holding mega rallies in recent weeks. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026 American voters showed their frustration with rising prices in full force on Tuesday, flipping dozens of seats and delivering control of the House and the Senate to Democrats. — Rachel Lerman, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2026 And,of course, the Victoria’s Secret runway show is back in full force. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in full

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of in full was in 1641

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“In full.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20full. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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