all things considered

idiom

: when all the good and bad parts of something are thought of
All things considered, we're pleased with how the project turned out.
It was a pretty good vacation, all things considered.

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Whether that is still the case next season remains to be seen, but all things considered, Enciso’s loan has worked out pretty well for everyone. Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 May 2025 In many ways, this full-size four-door feels quite nimble from behind the steering wheel—all things considered, and especially given the 6,610-pound curb weight. Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025 Commissioner Gloria Nevarez feels pretty good, all things considered. Chris Vannini, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025 After the win, Thurman called out Tim Tszyu, which seems like a logical callout, all things considered. Brian Mazique, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for all things considered

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“All things considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/all%20things%20considered. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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