by all means

phrase

Synonyms of by all meansnext
: most assuredly : certainly

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If size becomes an issue or the shrub could use some tidying, by all means give it a refresh. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026 If there is a need for a grassy area in your yard, then by all means have that. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2026

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First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of by all means was in 1611

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