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through and through

Idioms  
  1. In every part or aspect, throughout. For example, I was wet through and through, or He was a success through and through. This idiom originally was used to indicate literally penetration, as by a sword. The figurative usage was first recorded in 1410.


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He said he was "BBC through and through", and cares deeply about the corporation and wants it to succeed.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

As a team they never lie down and, the way their fans are, they don't seen to get down on the players if they lose, they just support them through and through.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025

And Susan Collins is a Republican, through and through.

From Slate • Feb. 13, 2025

I'm a savory chef through and through and the thing that I love about cream is that it really brings a touch of luxury to any dish that you're making.

From Salon • Dec. 21, 2024

Dad, a company man through and through, had no choice but to comply with Mr. Van Dyke’s orders.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

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