full-on

adjective

Examples of full-on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Although Silversea is a mostly inclusive cruise line, three of the restaurants require a surcharge: La Dame does a selection of French classics ($160 including wine pairings), and Kaiseki has a full-on Asian menu ($40). David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024 After working-class contractor Danny (Steven Yeun) nearly plows his vehicle into affluent business owner Amy’s (Ali Wong) SUV, their road rage incident soon escalates into a full-on feud. Kevin Jacobsen and Sarah Perchikoff, EW.com, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for full-on 

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Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of full-on was in 1954

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“Full-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-on. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

full-on

adjective
ˈfu̇l-ˌȯn,
-ˌän

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