the whole works

the whole works

All or seemingly all of what's available or possible. Typically used after a list of various examples. Wow, they really have a ton of different toppings at this ice cream bar. Sprinkles, crushed-up candy bars, gummy bears, the whole works! I want a really traditional wedding, with an elaborate ceremony, a huge cake, a flowy white dress—the whole works.

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whole works

everything; the complete amount. I cashed my paycheck and lost the whole works playing the ponies.

See also: whole, work

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