full-blown

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But the prime minister's resolve to fight means the chances of a full-blown Labour leadership scrap seem to have risen.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

But the protests later ballooned into a full-blown revolt.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

When threats didn’t work, the commission in 2024 slapped Levy with a cease-and-desist order, which started the process of full-blown enforcement.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Yet while the structure is designed to be undetectable from the inside, it’s a full-blown metallic colossus on the outside — visible from the surrounding L.A. freeways.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

His concerned look morphs into a slight chuckle followed by a full-blown laugh.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya