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A whole lot

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Emotional Intensity

Used to emphasize strong feelings or a serious situation.

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He cares about her a whole lot.
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Everyday Speech

'A whole lot' is common in casual conversation, not formal writing.

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They've got a whole lot of new ideas.
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Slight Exaggeration

Sometimes used to make something sound more impressive or important.

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I've got a whole lot of friends coming over.
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