1
as in totally
to a full extent or degree
she waited until we were completely finished before starting the next part
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2
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
an allegation that was completely investigated and found to be groundless
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Recent Examples of completely
Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool completely, then use a spice grinder or mortar and pestle to grind to a fine powder.
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Madhushree Basu Roy, Saveur, 30 Apr. 2026
This campy, reality-shifting comedy series questions what would happen if a flaming misogynist woke up in a world that was completely matriarchal and subjugated men based on their gender.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
In preparing for the original The Devil Wears Prada, Ledermann and the makeup department completely avoided looking at trend boards and noughties fashion campaigns, aiming instead to create looks for each fictional woman that were specific to each of their personalities.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2026
Participants who received 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily saw their cancer disappear completely 43% of the time, compared with 24% in the placebo group — a 79% relative increase in full remission.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
But this unholy union isn’t completely in the clear yet, and there are still several potential regulatory and practical roadblocks that could stop it from coming to fruition.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2026
France details plan to phase out fossil fuels France announced a plan to phase out fossil fuels completely by 2050.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Not to mention, for us, if Aaron doesn’t play tomorrow, our spacing is completely different.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
Researchers found that adding a daily vitamin D supplement to standard chemotherapy nearly doubled the rate at which breast cancer tumors disappeared completely — a finding that’s pulling fresh attention to a nutrient most Americans aren’t getting enough of.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 30 Apr. 2026
Madhushree Basu Roy, Saveur, 30 Apr. 2026
This campy, reality-shifting comedy series questions what would happen if a flaming misogynist woke up in a world that was completely matriarchal and subjugated men based on their gender.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
In preparing for the original The Devil Wears Prada, Ledermann and the makeup department completely avoided looking at trend boards and noughties fashion campaigns, aiming instead to create looks for each fictional woman that were specific to each of their personalities.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 30 Apr. 2026
Participants who received 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily saw their cancer disappear completely 43% of the time, compared with 24% in the placebo group — a 79% relative increase in full remission.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
But this unholy union isn’t completely in the clear yet, and there are still several potential regulatory and practical roadblocks that could stop it from coming to fruition.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2026
France details plan to phase out fossil fuels France announced a plan to phase out fossil fuels completely by 2050.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Not to mention, for us, if Aaron doesn’t play tomorrow, our spacing is completely different.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
Researchers found that adding a daily vitamin D supplement to standard chemotherapy nearly doubled the rate at which breast cancer tumors disappeared completely — a finding that’s pulling fresh attention to a nutrient most Americans aren’t getting enough of.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for completely
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Two totally platonic best bros set off on a quest of the heart, while rival soldiers compete over a world-altering prophecy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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The Dark Knight Rises (2012) Those of us who love her were able to finally take a breather on this one when the film bros eventually shut up and were able to admit that Hathaway totally whips ass in this franchise closer.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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Take your time, systematically checking every nook and cranny.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, in the United States and around the world, women’s rights and protections are being systematically stripped away.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The music joins the casting and a too-scary third act as the only elements of this movie that don’t fully embrace its bar-lowering lack of ambition — the only elements that don’t feel pilfered from pre-existing classics.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
1 May 2026
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His brain must have its own glam squad, because his mind is fully made up.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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According to other attendees, including Times journalists, event staffers were checking tickets, though not very thoroughly, at multiple points prior to escalators that descended to the metal detectors where Allen allegedly bolted past armed security.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Experts like Hofflinger question whether local building standards are sufficient or thoroughly enforced enough to prevent fire risks.—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Steven died much too young, which was utterly heartbreaking.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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The same pair of pants can look utterly relaxed on a Sunday, then tackle a professional dress code come Monday morning.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2026
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However, the day did not go quite according to plan for Dale Coyne Racing's Romain Grosjean, and that was all thanks to an unfortunate run-in — in the most literal sense imaginable — with a bird.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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General Daily Insight for April 29, 2026 Tension shows up today when timing, tone, or expectations don’t quite match.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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This ensured all the layers and corners of this massive piece of gear were perfectly sanitized.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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That celebration — with all its intensity — perfectly encapsulated the effort of the KU defense Saturday.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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Musgraves’ chameleon soul is clearly her superpower, as none of those new terrains have ever felt wholly out of place for her.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2026
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The album, which is comprised almost wholly of covers spanning yacht rock mainstays, also includes one original Urban song to round the package out.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Completely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/completely. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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