from top to bottom

idiom

: in a very thorough way
We cleaned/searched the house from top to bottom.

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The Razr has a smaller 3.6-inch outer screen (when measured from top to bottom) made from Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2025 The uniform yet soft waves flow all the way from top to bottom, creating a contemporary mermaid look. Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Apr. 2025 The pants have a high, wide waistband that helps create a smooth silhouette from top to bottom too. Korin Miller, Glamour, 21 Apr. 2025 On April 15, the actress, 37, stepped out for the Another Simple Favor photocall in London wearing a business-casual look that was accessorized from top to bottom. Michelle Lee, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for from top to bottom

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“From top to bottom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/from%20top%20to%20bottom. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.

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