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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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That was the essence of Jesus’ entire life.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

"This path has never been mine alone. It belongs to an entire people," Fally Ipupa told fans afterwards on social media.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

“I put the company in the context of an entire industry,” CEO Rajeeb Hazra told Barron’s.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The government likewise posted an $80 billion budget deficit in the first four months of 2026—more than it had planned for the entire year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Miss Genovese gave you five infractions. Miss Genovese ran out of infractions to give you so instead she just hung a sandwich board of shame around your neck for your entire shift.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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