1
as in all
not divided or scattered among several areas of interest or concern
this matter is important, so please give me your entire attention
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2
as in whole
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
the entire team needs to be present for the photograph
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as in completely
to a full extent or degree
a shocking revelation that would destroy entire the false little world that she had carefully constructed for herself
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Recent Examples of entire
Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 5 July 2025
Moreover, resist the temptation to cut investments in divisions that build resilience for the entire company and/or bring accountability to the organization.
—Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Separate lenses focus each projection from one of these star maps to fill the entire dome with about 5,000 stars.
—Martin Bush, Space.com, 5 July 2025
The entire vessel then caught fire and was burning for some time.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
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Adjective
But struggles from the typically trustworthy Luke Weaver and the inconsistent Ian Hamilton — on top trouble from the entire relief crew during an embarrassing four-game sweep in Toronto this week — showed that the Yankees will have to add more people to get through it.
—Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 5 July 2025
Moreover, resist the temptation to cut investments in divisions that build resilience for the entire company and/or bring accountability to the organization.
—Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Separate lenses focus each projection from one of these star maps to fill the entire dome with about 5,000 stars.
—Martin Bush, Space.com, 5 July 2025
The entire vessel then caught fire and was burning for some time.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for entire
Adjective
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Last Sunday, the historically Black all-male college where Hubert was a rising sophomore awarded him a posthumous Bachelor of Arts degree in religion.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
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Also while at Kansas, Townsend has coached 13 NBA Draft lottery selections, more than 30 overall NBA draftees and 70 all-Big 12 Jayhawks.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What really gives the whole experience its character, though, is the room itself.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The whole point of the ESA is to help species recover to the point where they’re no longer endangered.—
Christine Peterson,
Wired News,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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This can be as simple as turning to your partner and giving them your undivided attention for a few minutes.—
Phil Stark,
CNBC,
10 June 2025
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But now more than ever, Cubs fans seem to be video board watching, giving their undivided attention to the left field video board erected 10 years ago during the Project 1060 renovation.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Even with the return of stars Ronald Acuna Jr. and Spencer Strider, the season has gone the complete opposite way than the Braves had hoped.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Check out our complete list of the Best Prime Day TV deals for more recommendations.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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The plan was perfectly curated to make the transition as smooth, drama-free, and advantageous as possible, Jorge says.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
5 July 2025
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The perfectly baked eggplant in the borani badajan vege plate was surprisingly not mushy but rather tender.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
July 5,
Sacbee.com,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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Świątek may be surprised to be here, but Anisimova must be in total shock.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The state recorded 188 total overdose deaths, with 129 involving opioids, which makes up 68.6 percent of its fatalities.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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Keep your access fully charged for just $2.50 $1 per month for one year.—
Jorge Garay,
Wired News,
14 July 2025
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After the fire is fully contained, the next step is to control it.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The breezy capri length hits just right for warm days, offering an airy feel without going full short.—
Taylor Jean Stephan,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Thomasville is full of Queen Anne and Victorian architecture and serves as a quiet weekend retreat for lovers of architecture, gardens, and good food.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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“Entire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entire. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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