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as in everywhere
in every place or in all places
a cake studded throughout with raisins
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Recent Examples of throughout
Rachel Royster
updated March 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2026
The County Democratic Party requested an extension from the county due to voters continuously being turned away from polling places throughout the day.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 27 Feb. 2026
And that is how John is portrayed throughout.
—Lisa Depaulo, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
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Preposition
The line at the Elzie Odom Athletic Center in Arlington was consistently long throughout the morning.
—Rachel Royster
updated March 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2026
The County Democratic Party requested an extension from the county due to voters continuously being turned away from polling places throughout the day.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026
Adverb
Original hardwood floors run throughout, and the property includes a two-car garage — another rarity in the dense, postcard neighborhood.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 27 Feb. 2026
And that is how John is portrayed throughout.
—Lisa Depaulo, HollywoodReporter, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throughout
Preposition
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Simmons’ priorities are fiscal stability with responsibility, public health and accountability around the operation of the county jail.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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Simply mix 250g of low-fat quark (which contains around 20g of protein) with 40g of ground oats, half a banana as a natural binding agent and a dash of milk.—
Desireé Oostland,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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The hotel hosts kid-friendly events, and the magnificent Christmas tree has become a photo op for guests of all ages during December.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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There’s a lower level of proof for a preliminary hearing — not the same burden of proof that’s needed during a trial, which requires that the jury believe the defendant committed the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.—
Alex Brizee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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In the run through, only two out of 12 people made it across on their first try — myself and EW’s photo director Alison Wild.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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With transitional dressing top of mind, a bra top meets multiple layers while legs peek through, all grounded with statement gloves, all just makes sense.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The Freedom Plane National Tour invites Americans everywhere to see firsthand the records and ideals that shaped our Confidential – Not for Public Consumption or Distribution exceptional nation.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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The federal government also funded more than a hundred thousand programs across the country and, relying on rudimentary punch-card computers, kept track of everything going on everywhere and made that information available all over.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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Today’s Full Moon, also a Lunar Eclipse, emphasizes your 7th House of Partnership, inviting clear agreements across your important connections so cooperation feels balanced.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
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The price of crude has less impact in Europe, where taxes make up most of the price of fuel, but higher energy costs can affect prices across the economy.—
DAVID McHUGH,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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Over the past four years, the number of New Zealanders aged 30-50 emigrating has more than doubled – from 18,000 to 43,000 – fueled by rising living costs and a weakening job market, demographers told CNN.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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As of this January, more than 70% of Palisades residents displaced by the fire had still not returned to their homes, according to a survey commissioned by the Department of Angels, a nonprofit created by the California Community Foundation and SNAP Inc.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Another allegedly was jailed for three days after officers pulled him and his friend over on their way to the beach for stopping about three inches over the limit line at an intersection.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The good news is that while gifts continue, the worst challenges are mostly over for the entire year by month’s end, at least those visible in the stars.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Throughout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throughout. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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