as in collectively
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
all around, she's our best athlete
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also all-round
1
as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
an all-around garden rake that adjusts for any raking task, from raking lawns to delicate flower beds
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as in overall
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
this saw has the top rating for all-around performance, but for small detail work it might not be your best choice
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as in versatile
able to do many different kinds of things
an all-around player, as skilled on the pitcher's mound as he is at the batting plate
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Recent Examples of all around
Kevin Sherrington
mar. 15, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026
Everybody all around Tehran has heard and felt the wave and the sound of explosion that was very big, very, very enormous.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
And this season, Brakel’s Panthers are arguably deeper than ever before, with a flurry of talent that includes Hayes, an all-around star guard with NBA range who commands the defense’s respect, and 6-foot-7 forward Trey Hall, who has a stellar combination of size, skill and shotmaking.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Mar. 2026
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The first open-wheel street race in North Texas in more than four decades went off like gangbusters Sunday, with the inaugural Java House Grand Prix of Arlington drawing rave reviews all around.
—Kevin Sherrington
mar. 15, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026
Everybody all around Tehran has heard and felt the wave and the sound of explosion that was very big, very, very enormous.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
But historical examples of Rodriguez’s all-around skill set are uncommon, making his future tricky to project.
—Aaron Gleeman, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
And this season, Brakel’s Panthers are arguably deeper than ever before, with a flurry of talent that includes Hayes, an all-around star guard with NBA range who commands the defense’s respect, and 6-foot-7 forward Trey Hall, who has a stellar combination of size, skill and shotmaking.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all around
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Joint filers making $180,000 or less collectively would receive $1,200, plus an additional rebate of $600 per each dependent child.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Mar. 2026
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Inside lies a full-beam owner’s stateroom, two doubles, and two twins that can collectively sleep up to 12 guests, along with several lounges and dining areas.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Get unlimited digital access to Vogue including the Spring issue for $3 $1/month for one year.—
Daniel Rodgers,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
15 Mar. 2026
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Dejounte Murray had 17 points and a season-high 11 assists, while Zion Williamson and rookie Derrick Queen each scored 14 for the Pelicans (24-46), who received a standing ovation as the final seconds wound down on their sixth straight victory at home and ninth win in their past 13 games overall.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
19 Mar. 2026
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Co-owner Carolyn Nugent said her team is still figuring out where things go and how their work flows, but overall the upgrade has been just that.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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Changing climate conditions, along with standard run-of-the-mill challenges that arise from dealing with animals, requires a new generation of farmers who are versatile and resilient.—
Anthony Pahnke,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Radishes are a versatile vegetable that deserve a moment to shine.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Geopolitics aside, this news is a huge deal for the BCIs in general.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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Vaughn Hardenberg Westwood The Dodgers’ Andrew Friedman gets all the attention and accolades as being one of the smartest and most successful general managers in sports, and deservedly so.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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While oil prices have surged amid disruptions to tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, the broader market impact has been complicated by inflation fears and concerns about a hit to global growth.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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The slate to replace her is diverse, reflecting the broader region, as both longtime politicians and a handful of outsiders have proved competitive.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Available silhouettes include a classic rectangular shape, as well as square, round, oval, and runners that are adaptable to different types of patio spaces.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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One reason for their success is because raccoons are clever and adaptable.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Raiders have 13 of their own unrestricted free agents still on the market as of Friday afternoon.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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Now, 25 years later, the next generation of students have turned to AI—and education experts warn unrestricted use of the technology could atrophy critical thinking skills.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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