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Shot through with something

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Frequency Matters

Use when something occurs often within something else, showing its significance.

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Her letters were shot through with expressions of longing and love.
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Not Always Positive

The phrase can indicate undesirable qualities as well.

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The report was shot through with errors, making it unreliable.
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Varied Aspects

It can refer to physical traits, emotions, or abstract concepts.

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The canvas was shot through with vibrant streaks of color.
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