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the whole nine yards

The phrase “the whole nine yards” has 4 syllables: the whole nine yards

It's pronounced as /ðə hoʊl naɪn jɑrdz/

What is synonym and antonym for the whole nine yards?

In the thesaurus, “the whole nine yards” has 32 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for the whole nine yards along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for the whole nine yards

Antonyms for the whole nine yards

Meanings of the whole nine yards

  • noun
    1. (And) everything; often used, like etc., to finish out a list.
  • adverb
    1. All the way; with everything done completely or thoroughly.

Example Sentences

  • For their wedding, they rented a ballroom, hired a band, and served gourmet food — the whole nine yards.
  • He cleaned the car, polished the wheels, and vacuumed the seats — the whole nine yards.
  • The company launched the product with commercials, social media ads, and giveaways — the whole nine yards.
  • She dressed up with matching shoes, jewelry, and makeup — the whole nine yards.
  • The hotel offered a spa, swimming pool, fitness center, and fine dining — the whole nine yards.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to the whole nine yards, such as: aggregate, all the way, all-out, at a good clip, bulk, completeness, comprehensiveness.

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Related Words

aggregate

the whole bit

the whole kit and caboodle

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