at all
adverb
: in any way or respect : to the least extent or degree : under any circumstances
doesn't smoke at all
Examples of at all in a Sentence
wasn't at all pleased with the way the family portrait came out
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The program offers discounted energy audits and incentives for insulation, weatherization and efficient appliances to Marylanders at all income levels.
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 17 Feb. 2026
Expectations for elementary and middle school students in transitional kindergarten through eighth grade are to keep their devices off or in silent mode at all times during the school day.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
However, not having plants at all will benefit you more than plants that aren’t thriving.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2026
The Angels are going to try him at all three spots in the outfield.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 17 Feb. 2026
Expectations for elementary and middle school students in transitional kindergarten through eighth grade are to keep their devices off or in silent mode at all times during the school day.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
However, not having plants at all will benefit you more than plants that aren’t thriving.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2026
The Angels are going to try him at all three spots in the outfield.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
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“At all.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20all. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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