throughout 1 of 2

preposition

thrü-ˈau̇t How to pronounce throughout (audio)
Definition of throughoutnext
1
as in around
in random positions within the boundaries of saw red-tailed hawks throughout the game preserve

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Relevance
2
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

2 of 2

adverb

1
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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2
as in everywhere
in every place or in all places a cake studded throughout with raisins

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Recent Examples of throughout
Preposition
As an Argentinian Canadian and native of Montreal who grew up speaking French, Gourd-Mercado is well situated not only to connect with Canada’s Francophone community, but with documentary makers throughout the Americas as well. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2026 Afternoon high temperatures throughout the week are expected to be in the high 70s and overnight lows remain in the low 50s. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026
Adverb
The home features wood floors and a sunken living room anchored by a stone fireplace, and Kislin’s designs are integrated throughout. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 23 Aug. 2026 Though the Liberty controlled the game throughout, the Fever were a pesky mosquito refusing to go away. — Annie Costabile, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for throughout
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throughout
  1. around
  2. during
  3. through
  4. everywhere
  5. across
  6. by
  7. over
Preposition
  • Assertive Mars clashes with your ruler Saturn, highlighting tension around your home, family, or the amount of emotional labor each person carries.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • On the left, Harvey Barnes is currently first-choice, while Newcastle agreed a deal potentially rising to around £50million for Bazoumana Toure in July.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of around
Preposition
  • Moments before, with Wells still at the plate and the Yankees leading 7-1, Flemming and color analyst Will Middlebrooks vented about Chisholm stealing second base and third base during the at-bat.
    — Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • This past week, Los Angeles theme parks had more humidity than their Orlando counterparts, something CBSLA chief meteorologist Paul Deanno says he’s never encountered during his career.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of during
Adverb
  • When combined with a hot blanket of the humidity the city has endured throughout the summer, players could be forced to withdraw from their matches or push through, risking injury.
    — Aaron Short, Curbed, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The next World Cup, which will have one match in Argentina (as well as one each in Paraguay and Uruguay) before being primarily hosted in Spain, Portugal and Morocco, would see Messi turn 43 midway through.
    — Colin Millar, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of through
Adverb
  • In a world where music is everywhere and constantly available, there is something increasingly powerful about creating a space where people stop and really listen.
    — Jesse Kirshbaum, SPIN, 28 Aug. 2026
  • After, there was a clear reduction in crashes, particularly fatal or serious injury accidents, which roundabouts everywhere have seen, Bryson said.
    — Susan Bromley, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of everywhere
Preposition
  • That change was introduced to help give club staff working across transfer departments a more normal working pattern.
    — Leon Imber, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • This mirrors the national trend, where increasingly more people across the nation arrested by ICE have no criminal charges.
    — Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of across
Preposition
  • Before Bret can continue to self-identify as Shakespeare’s most famous hero, he’s questioned by Detectives Donaldson and Fregosi, who wonder if Bret isn’t being honest about the nature of his relationship with Matt.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Gen 4 is also designed to add an Active Safety Mechanism intended to prevent thermal runaway by stabilizing electrode active materials at high temperatures.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of by
Adverb
  • Chelsea imposed a deadline for a £120m offer just over a week ago.
    — The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The Chargers’ backup quarterback competition is over — for now.
    — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of over

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“Throughout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throughout. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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