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UK//ðə həʊl ˈstɔːri//US//ðə hoʊl ˈstɔri//

Meaning of The whole story

The complete account or narrative of events or experiences.

In simple words: The entire tale or narrative.

The whole story in a sentence

  • Can you tell me the whole story about your trip?
  • I only heard part of the whole story, not the ending.
  • To understand the issue, we need to get the whole story.
  • She always wants to know the whole story behind every argument.
  • It’s essential to have the whole story before passing judgment.

How to use The whole story

Use 'the whole story' when providing complete information or context. Avoid in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a book where you read 'the whole story' to understand everything.

Related words

Collocations with The whole story

  • get the whole story
  • know the whole story
  • tell the whole story
  • hear the whole story
  • understand the whole story

Synonyms for The whole story

  • entire narrative
  • full account
  • complete story
  • total tale
  • whole account

Common mistakes with The whole story

  • Using 'whole' instead of 'entire' in formal contexts.
  • Saying 'whole story' without 'the' in a sentence.
  • Confusing 'story' with 'tale' or 'narrative' in similar contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about The whole story

What does The whole story mean?

The entire tale or narrative.

What is the definition of The whole story?

The complete account or narrative of events or experiences.

How do you use The whole story in a sentence?

Can you tell me the whole story about your trip?

Can you give another example of The whole story?

I only heard part of the whole story, not the ending.

What are synonyms for The whole story?

Common alternatives include entire narrative, full account, complete story, total tale, whole account.

What words go with The whole story?

It commonly pairs with get the whole story, know the whole story, tell the whole story, hear the whole story, understand the whole story.

What are common mistakes when using The whole story?

Using 'whole' instead of 'entire' in formal contexts. Saying 'whole story' without 'the' in a sentence. Confusing 'story' with 'tale' or 'narrative' in similar contexts.

How do you pronounce The whole story?

US: //ðə hoʊl ˈstɔri//, UK: //ðə həʊl ˈstɔːri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use The whole story?

Use 'the whole story' when providing complete information or context. Avoid in overly formal writing.