as in entire
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
the delegation to the international convention was given plenary authority to negotiate a treaty in the nation's best interest
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Recent Examples of plenary
Newsom’s office confirmed this week that the Democratic governor – and frequent Trump sparring partner – will be delivering plenary remarks and participating in fireside chats at the conference.
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Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during an annual plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club, on October 2, 2025 in Sochi, Russia.
—Sam Meredith, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
In order to win a war—especially a war that threatened the nation’s very existence—the federal government enjoyed plenary power to liberate slaves, as nations at war had commonly done long before the Constitution was drafted and ratified.
—Akhil Reed Amar, Time, 22 Sep. 2025
The romantic sci-fi drama, produced by Cerita Films and starring Sheila Dara Aisha and Dion Wiyoko, was confirmed as the country’s submission by the Indonesian Oscar Selection Committee following a plenary meeting.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
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Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during an annual plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club, on October 2, 2025 in Sochi, Russia.
—Sam Meredith, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2025
In order to win a war—especially a war that threatened the nation’s very existence—the federal government enjoyed plenary power to liberate slaves, as nations at war had commonly done long before the Constitution was drafted and ratified.
—Akhil Reed Amar, Time, 22 Sep. 2025
The romantic sci-fi drama, produced by Cerita Films and starring Sheila Dara Aisha and Dion Wiyoko, was confirmed as the country’s submission by the Indonesian Oscar Selection Committee following a plenary meeting.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plenary
Adjective
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In Minnesota, federal prosecutors have filed 35 cases in December and January, compared to just nine during Biden’s entire four-year term.—
Isabelle Chapman,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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There are 11 transfers on the roster, including the entire eight-man rotation from Tuesday night.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Eagles showed up consistently throughout the whole meet competing with other strong teams like Brookline to claim the victory.—
Hannah Hughes,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Chicken thighs and rice mingle in a 9×13 with a couple cans of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups, then the whole thing is tightly covered with foil.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
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Groceries were originally subject to the full state sales tax.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday’s arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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The couple—who got engaged last summer—stepped out for the 2026 Berlinale Film Festival last night; this time, looking equally loved up but embracing complete polar-opposite fashions.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2026
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For more on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
15 Feb. 2026
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Campillo and other critics call that shift a bait-and-switch, and Campillo’s proposal seeks to prevent a repeat by requiring any ballot measure that could create a new fee — or raise an existing one — to undergo a comprehensive analysis long before voters weigh in.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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During the course of 19 negotiating sessions since September, the Guild has offered the staff union comprehensive proposals with numerous union protections and improvements to compensation and working conditions.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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In 2019, China alone accounted for 70% of our total business.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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In this case, there are alternative options that don't have to include total abstinence from eating at a local fish fry.—
John Shumway,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Trailblazers remained perfect in the postseason by beating visiting Corona Centennial 59-54 on Wednesday in the pool play in the CIF-SS Open Division playoffs.—
Justin Vigil Zuniga,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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There’s enormous relief in letting go of the facade of perfect containment or the need to perform goodness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Plenary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plenary. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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