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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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It’s too bad Donald was too young to see the entire 13-hour version of Victory at Sea.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

We are using a standard rolling procedure for our SPY spreads: in any vertical bull- or bear spread, if the underlying hits the short strike, then roll the entire spread.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Built around Como Lake, the park features a walking path that loops the entire shoreline, along with plenty of benches for soaking up the scenery.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

In Gran Canaria, he will drop flowers into the waves in memory of the migrants who never made it, including entire boatloads that disappeared without trace.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

It feels like a lot of pressure to read the story Dad’s wanted to tell for his entire adult life.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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