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as in health
the condition of being sound in body
young people who don't appreciate their wholeness and youthfulness while they have it
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as in completeness
the quality or state of being without restriction, exception, or qualification
the wholeness of my faith in our new governor is not lessened by these early missteps
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Recent Examples of wholeness
True growth happens when people give themselves permission to evolve beyond survival mode and begin leading from a place of purpose, wholeness and self-awareness.
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Dr. Sharon H. Porter,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Around the globe, people are seeking a deeper understanding of the nature and source of true health or wholeness.
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Alistair Budd,
Christian Science Monitor,
24 June 2026
My mother lost her own mother at 14 and was never fully mothered back to wholeness.
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Eli Raphael,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
Slash to appear post-birth-disappearance decently alert at hard taco brunch with other adults who have been wondering about you, as in about your wholeness as a person—then boob communications from a baby not even present arrive.
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Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
The jury is honored to platform a story that showcases the wholeness of a person in an industry and society so quick to tokenize.
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Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
29 Mar. 2026
When one heart is cleansed, the vibration of wholeness ripples outward.
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Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
The monks practiced Vipassana meditation throughout, intentionally walking 108 sacred days — a number representing spiritual completion and wholeness in Buddhist, Hindu and Jain traditions.
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Tiffany Stanley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
Extending a desire for wholeness not only to the victims of ICE harassment, but to the ICE agents themselves, recognizes that those who dehumanize others have lost sight of their own humanity.
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Emily Chamlee-Wright,
Washington Post,
6 Feb. 2026
Dr. Sharon H. Porter,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Around the globe, people are seeking a deeper understanding of the nature and source of true health or wholeness.
—
Alistair Budd,
Christian Science Monitor,
24 June 2026
My mother lost her own mother at 14 and was never fully mothered back to wholeness.
—
Eli Raphael,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
Slash to appear post-birth-disappearance decently alert at hard taco brunch with other adults who have been wondering about you, as in about your wholeness as a person—then boob communications from a baby not even present arrive.
—
Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
The jury is honored to platform a story that showcases the wholeness of a person in an industry and society so quick to tokenize.
—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
29 Mar. 2026
When one heart is cleansed, the vibration of wholeness ripples outward.
—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
The monks practiced Vipassana meditation throughout, intentionally walking 108 sacred days — a number representing spiritual completion and wholeness in Buddhist, Hindu and Jain traditions.
—
Tiffany Stanley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
Extending a desire for wholeness not only to the victims of ICE harassment, but to the ICE agents themselves, recognizes that those who dehumanize others have lost sight of their own humanity.
—
Emily Chamlee-Wright,
Washington Post,
6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wholeness
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In a 2023 survey by World Athletics, a global sports federation, 75% of responding athletes said the impacts of climate change are negatively affecting their health and athletic performance.
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Shah adds that many women feel their best when ferritin levels are at least between 40 and 70 ng/ml for optimal energy and hair health, even if lab ranges suggest lower levels are ‘normal’.
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Certain information has been provided by and/or is based on third party sources and, although such information is believed to be reliable, no representation is made with respect to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of such information.
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Cording points out that while other grains (and even whole grain pasta) can contribute meaningful protein, most don't match quinoa's combination of protein quality and completeness.
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However, the report alleges there have been delays in implementing some of the intervention policies, and decries the wellness program's staffing shortage.
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To meet that demand, develop a travel wellness and performance plan built around personalized habits rather than generic advice.
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Stipek says a assessment won’t capture what learning math looks like in its entirety — and some teachers tend to agree.
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The deal comes after a dramatic intervention by Elon Musk, who posted the film on his X account – which has 240 million followers – to download in its entirety for free for 48 hours, from Thursday to Saturday.
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But after seven episodes wearing down the viewer with a bleak perspective, in the season finale, Euphoria pulls itself out of its own somber patterns to reach for grace and mercy in Christian symbolism, American wholesomeness, and the concept of family.
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The growing apathy toward big-screen entertainment was also owed to the patina of all-American wholesomeness that studios imposed on their stables of stars, and the nothing-to-see-here style of movie journalism was wearing thin.
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Nutrition research indicates that pairing oats with protein or healthy fat helps control blood sugar and satiety (the feeling of fullness).
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At the same time, fiber is having a moment for its role in gut health, blood sugar management, and fullness.
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Reserving Lounge Chairs Planning to wake up early and claim lounge chairs in a prime location on the pool deck with your towels and personal belongings—and then head off to the fitness center, breakfast and to a cupcake decorating demonstration before making your way back to actually use them?
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Top-of-the-line treatments like volcanic hot-stone massages and rejuvenating facials are available, but so is a steam room, sauna, relaxation room, terrace, and small fitness center.
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The study was small, and follow-up research has not yet confirmed those results with the same strength.
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Draw upon your well of strength.
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“Wholeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wholeness. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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