throughout 1 of 2

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as in around
in random positions within the boundaries of saw red-tailed hawks throughout the game preserve

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as in during
in the course of the actress revealed that she has struggled with depression throughout her adult life

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throughout

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adverb

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as in through
from beginning to end while some fans deserted the singer during her troubled years, others remained loyal throughout

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Recent Examples of throughout
Preposition
The circumstances surrounding Xander’s abrupt exit from his last hospital are kept secret throughout the entire first season of Pulse. Emily Blackwood, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025 The only Japanese restaurant in Rio Linda’s slice of Sacramento County, Ginza’s rolls, nigiri and noodle soups have attracted locals throughout its soft opening. Benjy Egel, Sacbee.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Go deeper: Trump picks his lawyer Alina Habba to serve as presidential counselor Editor's note: This story has been updated with details throughout. April Rubin, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025 The house’s focal point, a glass-walled courtyard, is seen through the front door, while the three-bedroom layout slowly unfolds once inside, revealing a host of skylights and polished concrete floors throughout. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for throughout
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throughout
Preposition
  • There is not universal consensus around a levy, with high-profile figures such as Black Doves producer Jane Featherstone speaking out against the proposal.
    Jake Kanter, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Jefferson’s is known for taking its bourbon on a journey—literally, with the Ocean Aged at Sea series that sends barrels around the world on container ships to age in different climates, or the Tropics release that ships casks to other countries where they are exposed to high heat and humidity.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2025
Preposition
  • Fortified Orange Juice Some juices are fortified with calcium, meaning it's added during the manufacturing process.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The orders came during Eid al-Fitr, a normally festive Muslim holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 1 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • Do not rush into decisions without thinking them through, but don’t hold yourself back from taking baby steps!
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2025
  • This trade would be profitable if the stock appreciates to, or even well through, the $50 strike price as of May expiration (although there may be opportunities to take the trade off profitably before the expiration date).
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025
Adverb
  • Application-centricity is everywhere, at every level.
    Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • During her ensuing search, Hazel encounters the ghosts of slaves and the downtrodden everywhere.
    Harold Goldberg, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Preposition
  • This episode of In Depth With Graham Bensinger will also debut in broadcast syndication across the U.S. this weekend.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Last week’s first round-up of Episodes 1-3 opened to $11 million across three days.
    J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 5 Apr. 2025
Preposition
  • The McDonald’s Minecraft meal taps directly into drop culture—a strategy long embraced by sneaker brands and streetwear labels, now adapted for fast food.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Von der Leyen’s comments come after retaliatory duties were announced by the bloc after the U.S. imposed tariffs on last month in a bid to protect European workers and consumers.
    Lim Hui Jie,Sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 3 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • But her journey is far from over, according to Updike.
    Kate Bolduan, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Plus, everyone seems to be picking Flair to go over.
    Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025

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