in every sense of the word

phrase

: in every possible way

The book is a classic in every sense of the word.

Examples of in every sense of the word in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nolan’s blockbuster adaptation of The Odyssey is a massive movie in every sense of the word, and a large part of the epic’s scale comes from its practical effects. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2026

The restaurant is stylish in every sense of the word, with sage green tiles, oak accents, and warm lighting. — Ali Domrongchai, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026

The ship’s arrival was a whole production in every sense of the word. — Maxwell Adler, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026

The trailblazing American feminist, Gloria Steinem, who died Wednesday, lived a life defined by movement in every sense of the word. — Mary Lawrence Ware, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for in every sense of the word

• absurd
• averred
• bluebird
• byword
• catbird
• catchword
• concurred
• conferred
• cowbird
• cowherd
• crossword
• deferred