full-scale
having the exact size or proportions of the original: a full-scale replica.
using all possible means, facilities, etc.; complete: The factory will commence full-scale operation next month.
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How to use full-scale in a sentence
Only two senators opposed the resolution, which the administration later claimed was the authority for a full-scale war.
But in the spring of 1856 he finally faced a full-scale protest.
Stonewall Jackson, VMI’s Most Embattled Professor | S. C. Gwynne | November 29, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTRight-wing columnists call for Eric Holder to launch a full-scale federal investigation on racial profiling at the White House.
Obama, the Coffee Salute, and the Dementia on the Right | Sally Kohn | September 25, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTAnd finally the U.S. and the E.U. need to impose full-scale economic sanctions on Moscow.
But what does an effective, full-scale air attack look like?
After Amador's return in late July a full-scale investigation was ordered.
Anybody that sees you open your envelope sees that you're gettin' full scale.
The Walking Delegate | Leroy ScottThen the horses screamed, the red-faced man roared, and a full scale upheaval was in progress!
Hi Jolly! | James Arthur KjelgaardA full-scale expedition was to be commanded by a Lieutenant Beale, an officer Ali had not met.
Hi Jolly! | James Arthur KjelgaardIn the meanwhile, the war had broken out in full scale, and the disaster at Fort Duquesne had taken place.
The Cultural History of Marlborough, Virginia | C. Malcolm Watkins
British Dictionary definitions for full-scale
(of a plan, etc) of actual size; having the same dimensions as the original
done with thoroughness or urgency; using all resources; all-out
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