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entire

[en-tahyuhr] / ɛnˈtaɪər /


Usage

What are other ways to say entire? The adjective entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. Complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Perfect emphasizes not only completeness but also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond.

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Entire poultry farms are routinely destroyed after a single case is found to try to prevent further spread of the disease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Entire genres of music, especially in the developing world, became far more accessible across borders.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

Entire “Sidesgivings” have sprung up in their honor.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

Entire residential neighbourhoods, hospitals, schools and basic infrastructure have been heavily damaged or destroyed, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to live in makeshift shelters.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

Entire tables and bunks are meters away from where they started.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir




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