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?
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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
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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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for through and through
Adverb
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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
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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
Adverb
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But at the mention of Wade, the mood in the room immediately shifted; all around me, eyebrows raised.—
D. Watkins,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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This is the first time a full season of your show will be dropped all at once.—
Michael Ausiello,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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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
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Studies suggest that candidates who thoroughly research a company before interviews are more likely to receive job offers.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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The offer was conditioned on Sexton being fully vaccinated.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2025
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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
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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
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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
Adverb
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Flagg found his rhythm by working inside out, first converting a pair of tough layups around the basket before knocking down his second 3-pointer of the night, assisted by Sion James.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
28 Mar. 2025
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As the sort of spouse who cooks and cleans like a 1950s housewife, Nancy knows their home inside out.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Her face is often framed by tendrils or topped off with bangs; even when her hair is totally pulled off of her face, the vibes are soft.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
17 Apr. 2025
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Remember, Tax Exempt Status is totally contingent on acting in the PUBLIC INTEREST!—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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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
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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
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“Through and through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through%20and%20through. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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