1
as in quite
to a full extent or degree
I know him through and through, and he would never do such a cowardly thing
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2
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
those UFO claims were examined through and through and were found to be completely bogus
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Recent Examples of through and through
Each swore up and down that Liz was an Indian through and through.
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Tanya Talaga
july 24, Literary Hub, 24 July 2025
Smoky but bright, rich yet tempered, these lamb chops are wafu, through and through.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025
Although French cinema may be the inspiration behind much of The Luminous Life, the film feels Portuguese through and through, blending a dreamy sadness with moments of surreal comedy and sensuality, not unlike the work of late auteur Joao Cesar Monteiro.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
Maren Morris laments 'devastating' Texas floods Maren Morris is a Texan cowgirl through and through.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 6 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for through and through
Tanya Talaga
july 24, Literary Hub, 24 July 2025
Smoky but bright, rich yet tempered, these lamb chops are wafu, through and through.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025
Although French cinema may be the inspiration behind much of The Luminous Life, the film feels Portuguese through and through, blending a dreamy sadness with moments of surreal comedy and sensuality, not unlike the work of late auteur Joao Cesar Monteiro.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
Maren Morris laments 'devastating' Texas floods Maren Morris is a Texan cowgirl through and through.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 6 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for through and through
Recent Examples of Synonyms for through and through
Adverb
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Recruitment looked quite different for her eldest, Sally Grace, who became an Alpha Chi Omega at the University of Alabama in 2020.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Sure, the magnitude of the quarterly beat and upside to consensus guidance expectations may not be quite what Wall Street was looking for.—
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CNBC,
28 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The air quality metrics in this 2024 report derive from IQAir’s real-time online monitoring platform, which systematically validates, calibrates, and harmonizes data from air quality monitoring stations globally.—
Duncan Madden,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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These services do all the work for you by actively monitoring and systematically erasing your personal information from hundreds of websites.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The species are all under the genus Satyrex, which loosely translates to the epithet that Tinder dates around the world would love to boast.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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The only difference was when Stark guessed these changes would all come about.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Look for a safe place to pull completely off the paved portion of the roadway.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Note that full containment doesn't mean the fire is completely out.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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One manager excelled at making quick decisions and taking action; another was brilliant at analyzing data thoroughly.—
Gamze Acar Bayraktaroglu,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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At receiver, the decision to go with heavy doses of veteran portal additions Keelan Marion (via BYU) and CJ Daniels (via LSU) over the younger boundary receivers was thoroughly validated, particularly with Jojo Trader (who played eight snaps) still limited somewhat by an August injury.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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But abolishing a property tax would fully freeze younger and lower-income folks out of the housing market because, in part, higher property taxes often lead to lower home prices, which reduces the down payment required for a homebuyer seeking a mortgage.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
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When fully integrated, the launch system is composed of both a 232-foot Super Heavy rocket and the 171-foot upper stage Starship itself, the spacecraft where crew and cargo would ride.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The deep burgundy color is a nod to autumn foliage and goes perfectly with cozy knits, denim, or a tailored jacket.—
Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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For something more relaxed to snuggle in as the temperatures drop, grab this comfy-chic two-piece lounge set that pairs perfectly with a fall candle and your favorite book.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Aug. 2025
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The streets tell the story of families turned inside out by a 1,000-year flood, as cherished keepsakes, family photos, childhood drawings — in some cases, all the reminders of lives lived, now washed away.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Washing inside out also helps prevent color loss from abrasion, which can leave dark colors looking faded.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Through and through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through%20and%20through. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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