run the gamut

idiom

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

Examples of run the gamut in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The game’s inspirations run the gamut from Skyrim, Dungeons & Dragons, The Lord of the Rings, and all the other obvious touchstones of the fantasy genre, but the art direction and lore never coalesce into anything substantial. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 21 Mar. 2024 Shades of this versatile color can run the gamut from dusky, pastel tones to golden, glowy hues. Grace Haynes, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2024 Efforts to prevent scary bear entries run the gamut. Louis Sahagún, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2024 This South Korean series alternates between competitive and collaborative contests, and challenges run the gamut from board games and card games to memory tests and social deduction. Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 3 Feb. 2024 Amara's natural allures run the gamut: complimentary mountain bikes, hot-air balloon outings, and an infinity pool with a view of the red rocks, to name a few. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2024 His clients run the gamut from international Fortune 100 companies to medium-sized local businesses. Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 29 Feb. 2024 Activities here can run the gamut from a soothing morning of group massages at Wentworth Mansion’s spa to soaking in the rays at Folly Beach and a day on the water exploring the barrier islands. Juliet Izon, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2024 From ultra-modern high rises to romantic Mediterranean villas, Florida's oceanfront properties run the gamut. Kara Franker, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2024

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“Run the gamut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/run%20the%20gamut. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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