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
Duvall’s Sonny is a showman through and through.
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 16 Feb. 2026
But deep down, the California native was a character actor through and through.
—Chris Nashawaty, Vanity Fair, 16 Feb. 2026
But Nus is a bad guy through and through.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Margot Robbie’s husband has been with her through and through.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 12 Feb. 2026
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 16 Feb. 2026
But deep down, the California native was a character actor through and through.
—Chris Nashawaty, Vanity Fair, 16 Feb. 2026
But Nus is a bad guy through and through.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Margot Robbie’s husband has been with her through and through.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 12 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for through and through
Recent Examples of Synonyms for through and through
Adverb
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But, as the historian and New Yorker contributor Daniel Immerwahr points out, these latest American acts of aggression represent something quite different.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2026
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His family is not quite as enthusiastic.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The 74-page publication wove together research, worker testimony and industry analysis—from Bangladesh, India and Pakistan—to argue that water risk in fashion’s supply chain is not being managed, but systematically pushed onto workers, communities and ecosystems.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Mar. 2026
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These services do the work for you by actively monitoring and systematically erasing your personal information from hundreds of websites.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
18 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Who’s In the Cast The all-British cast includes Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, Celeste Dring, George Fouracres, Ania Magliano, Annabel Marlow, Al Nash, Jack Shep, Emma Sidi and Paddy Young — 11 performers building an ensemble for a UK audience.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Mar. 2026
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Five minutes into the second period, Zacha tipped Viktor Arvidsson's pass for his second of the night after defensive-zone confusion between Montreal's Lane Hutson and Oliver Kapanen left the Bruins center all alone in front of the net.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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If the plan had been to run the Kennedy Center into the ground so completely that shutting it down was the only option, Grenell aced the assignment.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
19 Mar. 2026
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However, as the one person on set who truly has no idea that this is completely a lark, Anthony is truly the heart of the season.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Submerge charcoal in water until thoroughly cooled.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Mar. 2026
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Scheffler was thoroughly amused and looked to be in good spirits heading into Sunday.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
15 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Any residual good will between the Pentagon and Anthropic soon fully deteriorated.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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These strengths rely on a mind that is calm, adaptable and fully online, not one that is hijacked and overwhelmed by cognitive overload.—
Elan Gepner-Dales,
Rolling Stone,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The two layers of moist, flavorful cake pair perfectly with creamy cream cheese frosting.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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The classic polka dots and square neckline are perfectly on-trend for this season, while the lightweight rayon fabric folds up easily for convenient suitcase storage.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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This second season of Paradise has so far turned that question inside out.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
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According to Spanx’s website, the pieces should be washed inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle and tumble-dried on low heat.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Through and through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through%20and%20through. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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