as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
an across-the-board reduction in the state's budget because of declining revenues
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across the board
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as in overall
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
The Oscar-nominated film received a positive reception across the board.
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Recent Examples of across-the-board
Tribune News Service, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
Such factors matter on the margins and among specific demographic groups, but Harris received a decisive, across-the-board rebuke.
—Vox Staff, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
But Trump is also proposing across-the-board tariffs on all imports, a plan that would effectively act as a sales tax on American consumers.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024
Trump has threatened to impose additional across-the-board tariffs of 10% on European products, which could put a strain on the bloc’s exporters and, according to data from Goldman Sachs, weaken the euro by as much as 10%.
—Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024
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Bloomberg Economics projects the maximal version of the plan, with the across-the-board tariff at 20%, would lower U.S. GDP by 0.8% and add 4.3% to inflation by 2028 if China alone retaliates.
—Tribune News Service, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
Such factors matter on the margins and among specific demographic groups, but Harris received a decisive, across-the-board rebuke.
—Vox Staff, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
But Trump is also proposing across-the-board tariffs on all imports, a plan that would effectively act as a sales tax on American consumers.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024
Trump has threatened to impose additional across-the-board tariffs of 10% on European products, which could put a strain on the bloc’s exporters and, according to data from Goldman Sachs, weaken the euro by as much as 10%.
—Silvia Amaro, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for across-the-board
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During the intermissions, the composer, frail and racked with pain, remained sitting in the general manager’s box.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
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Probably best known as the longtime Dior executive who developed its fine jewelry and watch division, Nicolas has also worked at Cartier and Sotheby’s before becoming general manager of Printemps’ flagship Haussmann store in 2021.Miles Socha, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
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Among our best overall Black Friday deal picks is the popular Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, which soothes and plumps while dissolving dead skin cells.Ali Faccenda, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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The latest ring technology collects more than 20 biometrics to provide users with perspectives on their overall well-being and constitution, ranging from heart rate and activity metrics to sleep and body temperature monitoring.Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, M.D., J.D., Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Fear of stigma, inaccessible benefits, and generic policies that fail to address unique needs are common barriers.Jennifer Jay Palumbo, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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She’s canceled streaming subscriptions, switched to generic brands and cut back spending on haircare products and clothes.Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Universality Grocery shopping is a universal activity.Jon Jacobson, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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This universal approach to patient care allows for a stress-free journey to satisfactory hair transplantation for all international visitors.Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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One common surgical option is excision, where the fibroma is completely removed using surgical tools such as a scalpel.Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
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Prevent Dry or Scratchy Throats Just as dry skin can be a problem in low humidity environments, a dry or scratchy throat is also a common issue people struggle with during the dry winter months.Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
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For the broader fintech ecosystem, this acquisition serves as a wake-up call.Boaz Sobrado, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Counselor Melissa Hoeppner nominated Dean for her work with school organizations and the broader community.Rebecca Loroff, Journal Sentinel, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Across-the-board.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/across-the-board. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.
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