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as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
this matter is important, so please give me your entire attention
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2
as in whole
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
the entire team needs to be present for the photograph
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as in completely
to a full extent or degree
a shocking revelation that would destroy entire the false little world that she had carefully constructed for herself
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Recent Examples of entire
Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 30 May 2025
Real Madrid have reached an agreement with Liverpool to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold early — enabling the right-back to be available for their entire Club World Cup campaign.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Around 5,000 buildings were destroyed in St. Louis alone, St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said in a post on X.
Buildings and cars were destroyed, homes are missing entire walls and upper levels of houses and buildings are gone, photos of the disaster show.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 19 May 2025
As of Sunday morning, the fire crew successfully encircled the entire perimeter of the fire in control lines.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2025
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Adjective
Mama Bear and the entire family appreciate the outpouring of love and support from friends, fans, and the public.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 30 May 2025
Real Madrid have reached an agreement with Liverpool to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold early — enabling the right-back to be available for their entire Club World Cup campaign.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Around 5,000 buildings were destroyed in St. Louis alone, St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said in a post on X.
Buildings and cars were destroyed, homes are missing entire walls and upper levels of houses and buildings are gone, photos of the disaster show.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 19 May 2025
As of Sunday morning, the fire crew successfully encircled the entire perimeter of the fire in control lines.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entire
Adjective
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Last Sunday, the historically Black all-male college where Hubert was a rising sophomore awarded him a posthumous Bachelor of Arts degree in religion.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
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Also while at Kansas, Townsend has coached 13 NBA Draft lottery selections, more than 30 overall NBA draftees and 70 all-Big 12 Jayhawks.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Even when the wildfires were happening, people were still going to work and their whole neighborhoods were burning down.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
30 May 2025
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This is a classic dish from the Sichuan region where the whole duck is marinated and then hot smoked over tea leaves and wood.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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But now more than ever, Cubs fans seem to be video board watching, giving their undivided attention to the left field video board erected 10 years ago during the Project 1060 renovation.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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Fort Worth city council on Tuesday evening offered its undivided support to a 350+-unit apartment complex in far southwest Fort Worth.—
Jaime Moore-Carrillo,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Ait-Nouri is far from a complete Premier League footballer.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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The water-facing outdoor area at the home’s rear extends off of the living space and is complete with a grilling station, alfresco dining area, lap pool, spa and oversized sundeck.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Adverb
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There’s something so photo-realistic about it— think biting into a perfectly ripe plum.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
30 May 2025
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On the second occasion, Stassi sat perfectly still on the passenger seat and still refused to go inside the house.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Only three teams — the Athletics, Orioles and Blue Jays have allowed more than the Dodgers’ 83 total dingers.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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MongoDB said revenues for Atlas during the quarter grew 26% from a year ago and accounted for 72% of total revenues.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
Adverb
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After the fire is fully contained, the next step is to control it.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
27 May 2025
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And then there’s the Cowboys, who now have two receivers in CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens who promise to give the Giants’ secondary headaches if it isn’t fully prepared in Week 2.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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My nose and mouth were full of blood, guts and a deep, upsetting warmth.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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The good news Tiller shared with media members Tuesday during an interview session at Bill Self’s basketball camp for youths is he’s been involved in non-contact drills at practice and been given a target date of July 1 for his full return.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
7 June 2025
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“Entire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entire. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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