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throughout

American  
[throo-out] / θruˈaʊt /

preposition

  1. in or to every part of; everywhere in.

    They searched throughout the house.

  2. from the beginning to the end of.

    He was bored throughout the play.


adverb

  1. in every part.

    rotten throughout.

  2. at every moment or point.

    following the text closely throughout.

throughout British  
/ θruːˈaʊt /

preposition

  1. right through; through the whole of (a place or a period of time)

    throughout the day

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adverb

  1. through the whole of some specified period or area

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of throughout

First recorded before 1000; Middle English throw out, Old English thurh ūt “through and out the other side (of )”; through, out

Example Sentences

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"I wanted to remind people of the narrative of our grandmothers, grandfathers and great-grandparents, who throughout my childhood said that war is terrifying," the 28-year-old, who goes by the nickname Noi, told AFP.

From Barron's

Like yesterday’s jobs report, the January CPI report will be a bit harder to read than usual due to the bureau recalculating seasonal adjustments to align with price movements throughout the past year.

From Barron's

Justice Connection, a Washington, D.C.-based network of former DOJ employees, criticized Bondi’s conduct throughout the hearing.

From Salon

Layton maintains a simmering tension throughout, demonstrating a commitment to gritty SoCal locations, a few bang-up action sequences and nifty reveals.

From Los Angeles Times

“Strong winds required our Search and Rescue personnel to take additional safety precautions throughout the operation. We extend our condolences to the victim’s family during this difficult time.”

From Los Angeles Times