Idiom: "The whole nine yards"
Meaning:
The phrase "the whole nine yards" means everything possible or available , the entire amount , or the full extent of something. It is often used to indicate that someone has done something completely or thoroughly, leaving nothing out.
Example Sentence:
- "When planning the wedding, she went the whole nine yards, from the decorations to the catering and entertainment."
- "If you're going to renovate your kitchen, why not go the whole nine yards and update the appliances too?"
If you'd like, I can also provide the origin or history of this idiom!