The whole time

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18 January 2026

The whole time

We use this expression to talk about something that happened, or was true for a long period.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: Yes

Informal: Yes

Example 1

How was your holiday?

It was OK - but it rained the whole time we were there.

Example 2

Did you find your keys?

Yes, they were in my bag the whole time!

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