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Comparative
more total
Superlative
most total
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including the whole quantity
- The total cost of the renovations exceeded their initial budget, requiring them to make adjustments to their plans.
- The total number of pages in the book was 300, making it a lengthy read.
- The total distance of the race was 10 kilometers, challenging runners to push themselves to the finish line.
- The total area of the apartment was 800 square feet, providing ample space for comfortable living.
- She calculated the total cost of the project, factoring in materials, labor, and additional expenses.
Synonyms:
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complete or absolute, often in the sense of something being fully or utterly the case
- His reaction to the news was total shock; he couldn't speak for minutes.
- The meeting was a total failure, with everyone leaving more confused than before.
- Her outfit was a total mismatch, creating an utterly chaotic appearance.
- Their vacation was a total disaster, from lost luggage to canceled flights.
- The movie was a total flop, failing to impress even the most loyal fans.