all told

Definition of all toldnext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all told
Adverb
  • Six smaller buildings were later constructed on the property, and the structures collectively became the Hollywood Center Motel, which opened in 1956, according to the monument application.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
  • On Tuesday, leaders from major European powers expressed support for Denmark and Greenland, adding that Arctic security must be upheld collectively with NATO allies, including the US.
    Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Adverb
  • However, overall, the owners expressed excitement about the club’s future and are eager to welcome the community back to a local golf mainstay.
    Gabriella Fine, Baltimore Sun, 11 Jan. 2026
  • The pass defense was again subpar overall.
    Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Adverb
  • At this point, chalk it up to a bad deal all around that Bryant was fortunate to come out the other side of in fairly good shape.
    Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Future-changing developments all around.
    Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 7 Jan. 2026
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“All told.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20told. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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