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throughout

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In every part of something, or during the whole of a period of time.

"The policy applies throughout the company."

"He remained calm throughout the interview."

adv

In every part; from start to finish.

"The house was renovated throughout."

How to Use Throughout

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCovering the whole of a place or the whole of a period of time.

Common pairings

throughout the day throughout history consistent throughout

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The policy applies _____ the company.

From Old English þurh ūt, literally "through out" — a straightforward combination of "through" and "out."

out tout bout gout lout pout rout about trout spout clout grout