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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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He praised their commitment during the entire process saying they "listened intently" to the proceedings.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

New fundraising for the entire industry was about $500 million in May, the smallest inflow in at least 18 months and a roughly 75% drop from already-depressed levels in January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

At its start, the fund owned nearly the entire software complex — Salesforce, Adobe, Microsoft, etc,, said Yiu.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

"The participation rate shows you what's happening within the entire population," he said.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

Long before the roll-call whistle, the entire barracks was up and milling about in the dark between the cots.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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