Through

usgb/θruː/
preposition

Moving in one side and out of the other side of something.

We walked through the park.
Visual representation of "through" - Moving in one side and out of the other side of something.

Often appears as...

  • go through
  • walk through
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Visual representation of "through"
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Physical Movement

Use 'through' when emphasizing movement from one point to another within a bounded space.

Illustration for Physical Movement
The cat ran through the open door.
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Journey Completion

'Through' implies starting something and following it until the end, especially in journeys or routes.

Illustration for Journey Completion
The train went through several tunnels.
Visual representation of the word "Through"

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