Through vs. Throughout
The main difference between through and throughout is that through refers from one end to the other, whereas throughout refers to each angle.
Key Differences
The world first introduces the word 'through' before the 12th century, on the flip side throughout comes in the 13th century.
Samantha Walker
Apr 26, 2022
Through is the indication of one end to another, conversely throughout is the indication of each corner.
Mostly through has specific uses whereas throughout has common uses.
Harlon Moss
Apr 26, 2022
Through defines a direct line of an area, whereas throughout indicates the complete area of a place.
Through points out the 'means,' on the other hand, throughout means each section.
Comparison Chart
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Through is a process from beginning to end.
Throughout refers to each point of an action or a thing.
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Origin
Before the 12th century
13th century
Trend
Special
Common
Characteristics
one end to another
relating to each end
Through and Throughout Definitions
Through
In one side and out the opposite or another side of
Went through the tunnel.
Throughout
In, to, through, or during every part of; all through
The road is kept open throughout the year.
Through
Among or between; in the midst of
A walk through the flowers.
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Throughout
In or through all parts; everywhere
The material is flawed throughout.
Through
By way of
Climbed in through the window.
Throughout
During the entire time or extent
Though unsure how her speech would be received, she remained calm and professional throughout.
Through
By the means or agency of
Bought the antique vase through a dealer.
Throughout
In every part of; all through.
Through
Into and out of the handling, care, processing, modification, or consideration of
Her application went through our office. Run the figures through the computer.
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Throughout
(obsolete) Completely through, right the way through.
Through
Here and there in; around
A tour through France.
Throughout
In every part; everywhere.
Through
From the beginning to the end of
Stayed up through the night.
Throughout
During an entire period of time, the whole time.
Through
At or to the end of; done or finished with, especially successfully
We are through the initial testing period.
Throughout
Quite through; from one extremity to the other of; also, every part of; as, to search throughout the house.
Nor to their idle orbs doth sight appearOf sun, or moon, or star, throughout the year.
Through
Up to and including
A play that runs through December.
A volume that covers A through D.
Throughout
In every part; as, the cloth was of a piece throughout.
Through
Past and without stopping for
Drove through a red light.
Throughout
From first to last;
The play was excellent end-to-end
Through
Because of; on account of
She succeeded through hard work. He declined the honor through modesty.
Throughout
Used to refer to cited works
Through
From one end or side to another or an opposite end or side
Opened the door and went through.
Through
From beginning to end; completely
I read the article once through.
Through
Throughout the whole extent or thickness; thoroughly
Warmed the leftovers clear through.
Got soaked through in the rain.
A letter that was shot through with the writer's personality.
Through
Over the total distance; all the way
Drove through to their final destination.
Through
To a conclusion or an accomplishment
See a matter through.
Through
Allowing continuous passage; unobstructed
A through street.
Through
Affording transportation to a destination with few or no stops and no transfers
A through bus.
A through ticket.
Through
Continuing on a highway without exiting
Through traffic.
Through lanes.
Through
Passing or extending from one end, side, or surface to another
A through beam.
Through
Having finished; at completion
She was through with the project.
Through
Having no further concern, dealings, or connection
I'm through with him.
Through
Having no more use, value, or potential; washed-up
That swimmer is through as an athlete.
Through
Doomed to death or destruction.
Through
From one side of an opening to the other.
I went through the window.
Through
Entering, then later leaving.
I drove through the town at top speed without looking left or right.
Through
Surrounded by (while moving).
We slogged through the mud for hours before turning back and giving up.
Through
By means of.
This team believes in winning through intimidation.
Through
In consequence of; as a result of.
Through
(North America) To (or up to) and including, with all intermediate values.
From 1945 through 1991;
The numbers 1 through 9;
Your membership is active through March 15, 2013
Through
Passing from one side of something to the other.
Interstate highways form a nationwide system of through roads.
Through
Finished; complete.
They were through with laying the subroof by noon.
Through
Without a future; done for.
After being implicated in the scandal, he was through as an executive in financial services.
Through
No longer interested; wearied or turned off by experience.
She was through with him.
Through
Proceeding from origin to destination without delay due to change of equipment.
The through flight through Memphis was the fastest.
Through
(association football) In possession of the ball beyond the last line of defence but not necessarily the goalkeeper; through on goal.
Through
From one side to the other by way of the interior.
The arrow went straight through.
Through
From one end to the other.
Others slept; he worked straight through.
She read the letter through.
Through
During a period of time; throughout
He worked through the night.
Through
To the end.
He said he would see it through.
Through
Completely.
Leave the yarn in the dye overnight so the color soaks through.
Through
Out into the open.
The American army broke through at Saint-Lô.
Through
A large slab of stone laid in a dry-stone wall from one side to the other; a perpend.
Through
(obsolete) A coffin, sarcophagus or tomb of stone; a large slab of stone laid on a tomb.
Through
From end to end of, or from side to side of; from one surface or limit of, to the opposite; into and out of at the opposite, or at another, point; as, to bore through a piece of timber, or through a board; a ball passes through the side of a ship.
Through
Between the sides or walls of; within; as, to pass through a door; to go through an avenue.
Through the gate of ivory he dismissedHis valiant offspring.
Through
By means of; by the agency of.
Through these hands this science has passed with great applause.
Material things are presented only through their senses.
Through
Over the whole surface or extent of; as, to ride through the country; to look through an account.
Through
Among or in the midst of; - used to denote passage; as, a fish swims through the water; the light glimmers through a thicket.
Through
From the beginning to the end of; to the end or conclusion of; as, through life; through the year.
Through
From one end or side to the other; as, to pierce a thing through.
Through
From beginning to end; as, to read a letter through.
Through
To the end; to a conclusion; to the ultimate purpose; as, to carry a project through.
Through
Going or extending through; going, extending, or serving from the beginning to the end; thorough; complete; as, a through line; a through ticket; a through train. Also, admitting of passage through; as, a through bridge.
Through
Having finished or arrived at completion;
Certain to make history before he's done
It's a done deed
After the treatment, the patient is through except for follow-up
Almost through with his studies
Through
Of a route or journey etc.; continuing without requiring stops or changes;
A through street
A through bus
Through traffic
Through
From one end or side to the other;
Jealousy pierced her through
Through
From beginning to end;
Read this book through
Through
Over the whole distance;
This bus goes through to New York
Through
To completion;
Think this through very carefully!
Through
In diameter;
This cylinder measures 15 inches through
Through
Throughout the entire extent;
Got soaked through in the rain
I'm frozen through
A letter shot through with the writer's personality
Knew him through and through
Boards rotten through and through
Through vs. Throughout
Through point out how we get something. We can use it throughout as an adjective and a preposition. As an adverb through comes after the verb happening. Throughout also has the meanings of ‘through the completion of some special duration or place.
‘Through’ is derived from the Middle English word ‘thru’ meaning across. Throughout indicates the complete area of space and time. Through refers to the continuity of something without a pause or shifting.
What is Through?
Through indicates meaning things having the meanings of ‘by means of.’ It is the process of indication from one side to the other. It is the process of ‘completing an action.’ The word ‘through’ is helpful in phrasal verbs like ‘see-through, think through or win through,’ etc. it is the indication of automatic passing from one side to the other.
We also used it in diameter and pointed out the complete degree. It refers to the meanings of ‘a conclusion, to the final focus or for the between of.’ we can through as a preposition, an adverb, and an adjective. This word plays an important role in conveying the meaning of classical or formal writings. In informal writing, we can use the word ‘thru’ at the place of through.
Examples
- I entered the room through the window.
- I believe in success through hard work.
- The government connected rivers through a bridge.
- The player hit the wicket through the direct throw.
- Other members resigned, but she worked through it.
- She wrote the novel through.
- The whole crowd passed through the main gate to enter the hall.
- This lift goes through the river’s other side.
- Do this work through eagerly.
What is Throughout?
As an adverb, throughout indicates the complete period. It also displays the meanings of all over and all around, as well. In formal writing, throughout indicates the concept of a complete book and not to some pages. When we are talking about the occurrence throughout a special duration of period, we want to say that it occurs during the whole of that time.
When we say that an event takes place throughout an area, we are saying that it occurs in all places in that area. Throughout means all the process from start to end, to each part, and during the complete period of work.
Examples
- His sound echoed throughout the hall.
- He is well known throughout the world.
- My mother cared for me well through childhood.
- He stores all the papers that he used throughout the month.
- He bears the injustice of his stepmother throughout his life.
- I find out the spoon throughout the kitchen.
- Throughout the journey, both girls keep quiet.
- Aslam traveled throughout New York.
- Both these girls are wearing the same dress throughout.
- He supported Asma throughout his life.
