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Wordabulary

throughout

Pronunciation
Preposition A2 Elementary

Quick answer

During the whole of a period of time or the whole of a place.

"It rained throughout the entire weekend."

Usage notes

Often used with time periods, as in "throughout the year", or spaces, as in "throughout the building".

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "It rained _____ the entire weekend."

Answer: throughout

In your own words, what does "throughout" mean?

During the whole of a period of time or the whole of a place.

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