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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.

Example Sentences

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The British then effectively took control of the entire country.

From The Wall Street Journal

A native of Pennsylvania, he’ll also have to establish roots in new territory after having spent his entire life on the East Coast.

From Los Angeles Times

So many of my dad’s stories about his youth were set at Carville that I’d been imagining it for my entire life, but he never said much about his time in the infirmary.

From Salon

During this period, the entire brain follows a consistent rewiring pattern.

From Science Daily

In Norway Tesla has sold nearly 29,000 cars since January, surpassing the record of any brand for an entire year.

From Barron's