through and through

adverb

Definition of through and throughnext
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 But is Printemps New York a luxury store, through and through? — David Moin, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025 Where Buss was a California girl through and through, partial to denim and leather jackets, Isla is polished to the nines every single day—think suits, heels, and a perfect beat. — Sam Reed, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2025 The look, in fact, was Melania Trump through and through—severe and demure. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025 But over the past five seasons, Lower Decks has proven to be Star Trek through and through—just animated and also funny. — Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for through and through
Recent Examples of Synonyms for through and through
  1. quite
  2. all
  3. thoroughly
  4. fully
  5. perfectly
  6. inside out
  7. totally
  8. utterly
Adverb
  • So there’s a mutual agreement between the two, or mutual benefits, that are quite tolerable—or even pleasurable.
    — Mark Holgate, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
  • The Chicago Cubs have done a lot to shape their team into a postseason contender over the last few months, and, to this point, it's paid off quite well.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of quite
Adverb
  • If Ward, Sanders, and Dart are all off the board when the Steelers come up, the team could get desperate.
    — Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Or, as Dries put it, was all about paying attention.
    — Brett Braley, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2025
Definition of all
Adverb
  • As such, while some are believed to be hollow, many dinosaur bones haven’t been examined thoroughly enough to prove for sure that the cavities inside vertebrae are somehow connected to the lungs.
    — Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Leave the mask on for up to 10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
Definition of thoroughly
Adverb
  • The offer was conditioned on Sexton being fully vaccinated.
    — Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2025
  • American Oversight originally filed its lawsuit over the use of Signal last month and secured an order requiring the Trump administration to preserve the messages; however, in the weeks since Judge James Boasberg issued his order, multiple Cabinet-levels have been unable to fully save the messages.
    — Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2025
Definition of fully
Adverb
  • The matzo balls that come straight from the box are fluffy, and perfectly salty, and just easier to make.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
  • But for something well-rounded, ideally appointment and perfectly located, this is easily the best stay in the city.
    — Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of perfectly
Adverb
  • To make your clothes last longer, wash them less frequently, use cold water, wash inside out, air dry and store them properly.
    — Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
  • If your hoodie can be thrown in the washing machine, turn it inside out before washing it to protect the outer fabric and any decals.
    — Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Definition of inside out
Adverb
  • Remember, Tax Exempt Status is totally contingent on acting in the PUBLIC INTEREST!
    — Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Other acts that totally stole the stage include The Misfits, the Marías, Benson Boone, FKA twigs, Anitta, Clairo, the Go-Gos, ENHYPEN, Keshi, and more.
    — Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 17 Apr. 2025
Definition of totally
Adverb
  • There can be benefits, especially for people who know how to harness it: Becoming utterly immersed in something often stimulates an incredible amount of passion, creativity, and learning.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The 2010 La Questa Cabernet was also utterly amazing, showing worn leather, licorice, baker’s chocolate and a hint of amaro.
    — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of utterly

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“Through and through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through%20and%20through. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.

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