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as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
you'll need to put your whole effort into this project
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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
whole and happy again after months of recuperation
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as in entire
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
the puzzle isn't quite whole, but close enough
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as in total
a complete amount of something
the landlord eventually refunded the whole of our deposit
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Recent Examples of whole
Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 10 May 2026
In fact, my whole bakery is inspired by the relationship between mother and daughter found through baking.
—Lucie Franc De Ferriere, Vogue, 10 May 2026
ABC News, 4 May 2026
Achraf Hakimi’s absence through injury could change the complexion of the tie as a whole, with PSG so reliant on the Moroccan’s energy and forward thrust from the right back position.
—Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 4 May 2026
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Adjective
But to do that, the company had to gather the data and prepare a whole package.
—Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 10 May 2026
In fact, my whole bakery is inspired by the relationship between mother and daughter found through baking.
—Lucie Franc De Ferriere, Vogue, 10 May 2026
Noun
Critics argue that hybrid working is negatively impacting productivity, an individual's work ethic and the wider economy as a whole.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
Achraf Hakimi’s absence through injury could change the complexion of the tie as a whole, with PSG so reliant on the Moroccan’s energy and forward thrust from the right back position.
—Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whole
Adjective
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There was no doubt the big all-Japanese fight had endeared fans to both the skills and personalities of the boxers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
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Terrence, a high school quarterback and college wide receiver, was the AJC’s 1997 all-class player of the year.—
Todd Holcomb,
AJC.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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And, not surprisingly, that’s not healthy.—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Shoppers flock to the retailer to snag healthy, long-lasting peonies without breaking the bank.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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At a time when the football commentariat in Italy is proposing that the entire system of Italian football be demolished, Sassuolo act as a reminder than not all is bad.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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In less than 24 hours, the deadly flames reduced the entire city to ash, displacing generations of families overnight.—
Samantha Stokes,
Essence,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Mehdi Bostanchi owns a ventilation and air conditioning factory, and a second producing household fans, with a total of more than 1,130 employees.—
Amir-Hussein Radjy,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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As part of his plea agreements, Jones agreed to give up a total of $73,000 and, at sentencing, could be ordered to pay additional sums as restitution.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In just over 70 minutes, Daisies touches on it all, making a delectable film that deserves your undivided attention.—
Jennifer Noyes,
Air Mail,
25 Apr. 2026
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But the Stones, who were breaking out in a huge way, needed his undivided attention.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Get well Dodger friend and may God bless you and your family.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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That's all well and good, and that's a huge part of the learning process.—
Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Both reiterated, however, that the investigation was still active and the translations almost complete.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Her 18-year prison sentence was suspended, but her foundation says the conditional release is insufficient and demands her complete and unconditional freedom.—
Sarah el Deeb,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
Noun
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The path of totality will stretch from Spain — this time, the south of the country — through North Africa and into the Middle East.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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In Greenland, totality arrives in the afternoon, with the sun relatively high in the sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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“Whole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whole. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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