1
as in quite
to a full extent or degree
I know him through and through, and he would never do such a cowardly thing
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2
as in systematically
with attention to all aspects or details
those UFO claims were examined through and through and were found to be completely bogus
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Recent Examples of through and through
And although Ina is a New Yorker through and through, many of her most popular dishes are decidedly Southern.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
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Arnold Schwarzenegger is a Los Angeleno through and through.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Still, Charlene is an Adams creature through and through.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2024
The funnel cake takes up the entire plate, and while some cakes taper off at the edges, this one is properly thick through and through.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2025
Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors
Arnold Schwarzenegger is a Los Angeleno through and through.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Still, Charlene is an Adams creature through and through.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2024
The funnel cake takes up the entire plate, and while some cakes taper off at the edges, this one is properly thick through and through.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for through and through
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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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Reggie Cooper, managing director at Hawks Cay, said having a Ford restaurant on the property was a huge benefit to the resort, which is located on Duck Key, almost (but not quite) midway between Key Largo and Key West.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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The Sickness is a Bestseller Again The Sickness is a bestseller once again all around the world.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway raised its stakes in Mitsubishi Corp., Mitsui & Co., Itochu, Marubeni and Sumitomo — all to 7.4%.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Grab a brush and thoroughly scrub each part of the feeder.—
Abby Fribush,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
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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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With Chase now locked up for the next few years, the Bengals are fully focused on going after a title.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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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
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Gaga’s focus on art is perfectly fitting for Libra’s charming aesthetic.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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Instead, use a spoon to break it into perfectly imperfect pieces.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appétit,
7 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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If the cubes get dirty, say from muddy shoes or wet clothes, simply turn them inside out and toss them in the washer.—
Ryan Krogh,
Outside Online,
5 Mar. 2025
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Fold inside out and shake so the comforter ends up inside the duvet.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Mar. 2025
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This creamy white polish with pink undertones is a cult classic, reads totally timeless, and kind of hits the quiet luxury mantra on the head.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
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
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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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“Through and through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through%20and%20through. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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