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The whole point

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18 September 2025

The whole point

We use this expression to underline the main reason for something.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: Yes

Informal: Yes

Example 1

If we go to France, we'll have to speak French.

That's the whole point of going! To improve our French.

Example 2

Why don't we stay in and watch TV?

The whole point of spending some time in the countryside is to get some fresh air!

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