through·out
thrü-ˈau̇t 
1
: all the way from one end to the other of : in or to every part of
cities throughout the United States
2
: during the whole course or period of
troubled her throughout her life
1
: in or to every part : everywhere
of one color throughout
2
: during the whole time or action : from beginning to end
remained loyal throughout
Synonyms
Examples of throughout in a Sentence
Preposition
The company has stores throughout the United States and Canada.
She has traveled throughout the world.
His supporters remained loyal throughout his difficulties.
Throughout her life, she has suffered with the disease.
It rained throughout the day.
Adverb
The house is painted white throughout.
The house has wood floors throughout.
He had a difficult year, but his supporters remained loyal throughout.
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Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2023
Pam told Dateline that throughout the years she’s always wondered what happened with Nancy’s case and would think of her any time a body was found in the area.
—Veronica Fulton, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2023
Margaret, our relation with U.S. is a very solid relationship and alliance that been established throughout the decades.
—CBS News, 26 Nov. 2023
While the regular price has remained steady at Target, it's been dropping throughout the year at other retailers making this more like $100 off, rather than $400.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 25 Nov. 2023
The Swiss dots sprinkled throughout give it a charming flair that's sure to turn heads.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
Liquidity concerns then spread throughout the sector, sending other developers into default as well.
—Bylionel Lim, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2023
Reformation Clara cashmere crew cardigan Wrap up throughout the winter in bold bright colors—like this tomato red cardigan.
—Porter Simmons, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2023
In his personal life, Estevez dated model Carey Salley on and off throughout the ‘80s.
—Keith Langston, Peoplemag, 24 Nov. 2023
Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2023
This mezuzah from Jonathan Adler is solid brass and has intricately carved details throughout.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2023
Cinematic videography creates a movie-like experience of the entire wedding with strategic use of audio and music throughout.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023
The sequel covers the years 2018-23, with Peddle and editor Yvette Wojciechowski deftly interspersing footage from the original documentary throughout.
—Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 16 Nov. 2023
There are also clever visual touches throughout, as when Jessica attempts to hide from the killer by blending in with a series of mannequin heads sporting wigs.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Nov. 2023
The sense of mounting danger — from both the elements and the many powerful and arrogant people at the hotel — builds nicely throughout.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 14 Nov. 2023
There are original stained concrete floors, casement windows, built-ins and vast expanses of glass throughout.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Nov. 2023
What is the difference between Okinawan sweet potatoes and Stokes' sweet potatoes
Okinawan sweet potatoes have white exteriors and purple interiors, while Stokes sweet potatoes are purple throughout.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
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Preposition
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has undergone many changes throughout the years.
—Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2023
Pam told Dateline that throughout the years she’s always wondered what happened with Nancy’s case and would think of her any time a body was found in the area.
—Veronica Fulton, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2023
Margaret, our relation with U.S. is a very solid relationship and alliance that been established throughout the decades.
—CBS News, 26 Nov. 2023
While the regular price has remained steady at Target, it's been dropping throughout the year at other retailers making this more like $100 off, rather than $400.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 25 Nov. 2023
The Swiss dots sprinkled throughout give it a charming flair that's sure to turn heads.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
Liquidity concerns then spread throughout the sector, sending other developers into default as well.
—Bylionel Lim, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2023
Reformation Clara cashmere crew cardigan Wrap up throughout the winter in bold bright colors—like this tomato red cardigan.
—Porter Simmons, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2023
In his personal life, Estevez dated model Carey Salley on and off throughout the ‘80s.
—Keith Langston, Peoplemag, 24 Nov. 2023
Adverb
The Spa Located in the Raffles Arcade, the spa has seven treatment rooms decorated in gold tones and named after gemstones, a theme that carries throughout.
—Katie Lockhart, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2023
This mezuzah from Jonathan Adler is solid brass and has intricately carved details throughout.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2023
Cinematic videography creates a movie-like experience of the entire wedding with strategic use of audio and music throughout.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023
The sequel covers the years 2018-23, with Peddle and editor Yvette Wojciechowski deftly interspersing footage from the original documentary throughout.
—Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 16 Nov. 2023
There are also clever visual touches throughout, as when Jessica attempts to hide from the killer by blending in with a series of mannequin heads sporting wigs.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Nov. 2023
The sense of mounting danger — from both the elements and the many powerful and arrogant people at the hotel — builds nicely throughout.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 14 Nov. 2023
There are original stained concrete floors, casement windows, built-ins and vast expanses of glass throughout.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Nov. 2023
What is the difference between Okinawan sweet potatoes and Stokes' sweet potatoes
Okinawan sweet potatoes have white exteriors and purple interiors, while Stokes sweet potatoes are purple throughout.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
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throughout
1 of 2 adverb
through·out
thrü-ˈau̇t
1
: in or to every part : everywhere
of one color throughout
2
: during the whole time or action : from beginning to end
remained loyal throughout
throughout
2 of 2 preposition1
: in or to every part of
throughout the house
2
: during the whole time of
throughout the evening
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