1
as in completely
to a full extent or degree
only with daybreak did we fully realize the extent of the damage from the storm
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2
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
wanted to be fully involved in the project
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Recent Examples of fully
Although it’s always been important to fully understand the terms of a loan when taking out a mortgage, that may take on even greater importance if the CFPB is diminished.
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Samantha Delouya, CNN, 16 Mar. 2025
The quality of education a child receives shapes their career opportunities, earning potential, and ability to participate fully in society.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Since the sun is never fully covered, viewers must always look at a partial solar eclipse while wearing protective glasses.
—Rebecca Schneid, TIME, 16 Mar. 2025
Unlike some athletic sandals, these shoes come with laced mesh uppers that fully cover your toes from rocks and debris while still promoting water drainage.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
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Samantha Delouya, CNN, 16 Mar. 2025
The quality of education a child receives shapes their career opportunities, earning potential, and ability to participate fully in society.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Since the sun is never fully covered, viewers must always look at a partial solar eclipse while wearing protective glasses.
—Rebecca Schneid, TIME, 16 Mar. 2025
Unlike some athletic sandals, these shoes come with laced mesh uppers that fully cover your toes from rocks and debris while still promoting water drainage.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fully
Adverb
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So far this spring, Sasaki has been totally dominant in his appearances.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Trust us—both you and your kids will be totally spent after the party, no matter how much sleep everyone gets.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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To excel in remote interviews: Test your technology thoroughly before the interview to avoid technical difficulties Create a professional environment with proper lighting, an appropriate background, and minimal distractions.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Grab a brush and thoroughly scrub each part of the feeder.—
Abby Fribush,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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This is quite intriguing because, typically, specialists fear losing their jobs to technology.—
Alexandr Khomich,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Kansas City is quite familiar with Tech’s hit song ‘Red Kingdom’ which quickly became the Kansas City Chief’s team anthem, often played at Arrowhead Stadium.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Just like in racing, where every component must be perfectly tuned, in tailoring, the fit and craftsmanship make all the difference.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Is there a movie genre more perfectly suited to the couch co-op treatment than the teen slasher?—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The strategy, while not wholly new for Johnson, comes as the Black and progressive bases that formed his road to victory in 2023 show early signs of eroding.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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That struck me as both a crying shame and wholly unsurprising.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
The Athletic,
18 Mar. 2025
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He’s worked in newsrooms all across the country, including overseeing the USA TODAY sports department.—
David Ammenheuser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Mar. 2025
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For the artist, the song is all about reclaiming self-confidence.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Morgenthaler’s version—amaretto and lemon, punched up with a pour of high-proof bourbon, and smoothed out with an egg white—utterly transforms the drink.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2025
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The two actors’ incisive characterizations spark off each other with a constantly shifting energy — volatile and aggressive one minute, utterly defeated the next.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Mar. 2025
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Later, in the interview room, his coach, Sam Harris, was even more emotional, unable to speak at the beginning.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2025
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For example, physical limitations, a baby that is in absolute melt-down mode, or even a feeling of general and perhaps sudden unease at your surroundings (always go with your gut).—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Fully.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fully. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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