throughout 1 of 2

Definition of throughoutnext
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as in around
in random positions within the boundaries of saw red-tailed hawks throughout the game preserve

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as in during
in the course of the actress revealed that she has struggled with depression throughout her adult life

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throughout

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adverb

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as in through
from beginning to end while some fans deserted the singer during her troubled years, others remained loyal throughout

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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
Preposition
The reality is, alongside our favorite tales from the Mother Road, darker moments in history also echo throughout the 2,448-mile stretch. Jasmine Desiree, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026 Indeed, surrealist design motifs abound throughout this top-floor jewel box, which is home to a collector couple and their many artworks. Fanny Guénon Des Mesnards, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2026
Adverb
That first clip is Abbey at age 14, in an Autism arts program with aids and helpers throughout. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026 Creative touches have been placed throughout, so visitors will want to keep an eye out for the fairy gardens and fairy homes under various plants. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for throughout
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throughout
Preposition
  • The problem is having a setup around him that simultaneously platforms his strengths and covers for his weaknesses.
    The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 13 May 2026
  • Instead of cramming an itinerary, dark sky travelers often build trips around a single celestial event or a multi-night stay somewhere remote enough to actually see the stars.
    Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
Preposition
  • White audiences also flocked uptown to a profusion of night clubs, mostly Mob-run during Prohibition, some (like the Cotton Club and Connie’s Inn) featuring Black performers but not welcoming most Black audiences.
    Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
  • Vegas played the final 51 minutes of the game without McNabb, who has averaged more than 22 minutes of ice time during the playoffs.
    Eric Stephens, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Adverb
  • All eyes are on the Strait of Hormuz, where a fifth of the world’s oil once passed through.
    Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
  • Once the chicken releases easily, flip and cook until fully cooked through.
    ABC News, ABC News, 13 May 2026
Adverb
  • This was a boon for budget-conscious fliers everywhere.
    John Cassidy, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
  • For those with eyes to see, Obama-era city nostalgia is everywhere in pop culture right now.
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 May 2026
Preposition
  • Located 25 miles north of Copenhagen, its coastal location promises dreamy views of Sweden across the sound.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
  • Residents across Connecticut have been taking a new look at the state’s history as the nation heads toward its 250th birthday.
    Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026
Preposition
  • Surgeries for minors are rare and not recommended by the medical associations.
    Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 16 May 2026
  • Recently, marinated, raw tuna cubes sat on top of a creamy hazelnut and bean pure while a fatty pork jowl was balanced by a tart salsa verde and sprigs of purslane.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
Adverb
  • Why something with the punch of classical tragedy — love destroyed from within by an inexplicable streak of evil — had to be so over-egged is baffling.
    Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 15 May 2026
  • As soon as the draft was over, Tyson McGuffin (initially drafted by Utah for $290k) demanded a trade, and the team flipped him to Orlando for Jay Devilliers (who Orlando paid just $135k for).
    Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026

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