Meaning & use
inclusive
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Including everyone, especially people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, or including all costs, items, or elements within a stated range.
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The school created a more inclusive environment for students with disabilities.
The hotel rate is inclusive of breakfast and Wi-Fi.
A note on using this word
In dates or ranges, "inclusive" means both endpoints are counted, as in "Monday through Friday, inclusive."
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comprehensivewelcoming
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