run the gamut

phrase

: to encompass an entire range of something
Her emotions ran the gamut from joy to despair.

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Options run the gamut, from spots that fit snugly into the morning routine to long evenings on the patio, offering everything from takeaway pastries to tasting menus. Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026 Beers from every corner of the globe snagged World’s Best titles in categories that run the gamut—from classic pilsners and hearty bocks to dark-as-night schwarzbier, easygoing helles and even light lagers. Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The best fall decor ideas—ones that are truly timeless—run the gamut from DIY fall floral arrangements to seasonal tablescapes. Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026 The things people can put money on run the gamut of public interest — from when traffic along the Strait of Hormuz will return to predicting the winner of a major league baseball game. Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for run the gamut

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“Run the gamut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/run%20the%20gamut. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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