every inch
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Parchment was too valuable to be squandered on a blank background; every inch that did not bear graphic information was trimmed away for use elsewhere.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Nas: I think Miles’ impact on every inch of music after him is the most impressive part.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
As for the more traditional living spaces, every inch was carefully considered and conceived with great attention to detail, from the “gourmet kitchen” to the great room, which features a stone fireplace sourced from Tibet.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
And for long periods of an enthralling encounter, Arsenal matched Manchester City every inch of the way before Erling Haaland once again made a crucial contribution with the winner.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
The other half is itching to go stare at myself in the bathroom mirror, examine every inch of my body for more spots.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
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