as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
an across-the-board reduction in the state's budget because of declining revenues
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across the board
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as in overall
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
The Oscar-nominated film received a positive reception across the board.
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Recent Examples of across-the-board
Reeti Malhotra
june 11,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
For the 1 in 5 Americans who receive Social Security, that means a potential across-the-board benefit cut of roughly 22% unless Congress acts.
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John W. Diamond,
The Conversation,
9 June 2026
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
That authenticity across the board, in addition to what the story is amplifying, excites Talwalkar to no end.
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David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
28 June 2026
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But representatives of the seven general fund departments affected by the cuts argued that the across-the-board reductions would disproportionately affect certain departments.
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Reeti Malhotra
june 11,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
For the 1 in 5 Americans who receive Social Security, that means a potential across-the-board benefit cut of roughly 22% unless Congress acts.
—
John W. Diamond,
The Conversation,
9 June 2026
Phrase
The Core 7 350 generally lagged the Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm alternatives across the board—more in some cases than others.
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Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
29 June 2026
That authenticity across the board, in addition to what the story is amplifying, excites Talwalkar to no end.
—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
28 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for across-the-board
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Little’s lack of response to a possible return that offseason resulted in general manager Ned Colletti pursuing other options.
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While unions secured general salary increases last year to offset the salary reductions associated with the leave program, the agreements did not include similar increases in July 2026.
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Margarine naturally contains essential fatty acids, which are important for cell function and overall health.
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That film, starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, ignited to $125 million and ended its run with $618 million, a promising enough tally amid the overall decline of comic book adaptations.
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The compliance requirements at a financial institution look nothing like those at a consumer software company, and generic best practices applied uniformly won't serve either one well.
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Sensipar, which is also sold under the generic name cinacalcet hydrochloride, is prescribed to patients with chronic kidney disease and high levels of calcium in the blood related to parathyroid gland conditions, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
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This seat cover is considered universal and compatible with most cars, crossovers, and trucks—just be sure to measure the seat dimensions to determine if the fit is correct.
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Legislative reforms are under review to balance new technologies like satellite internet with existing providers, ensuring universal access.
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Even with data center experts and how common the trade has become now, the average hospital data center may take anywhere from two to five years.
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Recreational swimming is not permitted, yet anglers fishing for tilapia, largemouth bass and carp are a common sight along the rocky sides of the soft-bottom areas.
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The announcement signals a potential compromise in a standoff that had threatened to delay Bell’s confirmation and raised broader questions about governance at Florida’s flagship university.
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That idea has broad support from lawmakers, though most housing experts disagree that such a step is needed.
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“Across-the-board.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/across-the-board. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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