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
Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
Savor the jaunt through Los Rosales—make stops at the Temple of Debod (an Egyptian temple dating back to the 2nd century BC) and the Royal Palace (the largest of its kind in Europe), with unbeatable views of the mountains and centuries of history all around you.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
But there’s no denying the all-around season that Cal had.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
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Feathers unfurl all around in a stunning display of 2,383 white, yellow, and brown diamonds of assorted sizes.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
Savor the jaunt through Los Rosales—make stops at the Temple of Debod (an Egyptian temple dating back to the 2nd century BC) and the Royal Palace (the largest of its kind in Europe), with unbeatable views of the mountains and centuries of history all around you.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The top two teams in the regional final along with the top individual all-around performer and top event finishers not on a qualifying team advance to the NCAA championship.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
But there’s no denying the all-around season that Cal had.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all around
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District spokesman John Sullivan said district leadership did meet collectively with cities about the district’s plans, although the specific affected cities weren’t named.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
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In 2010, following the app’s launch, Zillow became profitable and users collectively looked at homes 20,000 times per hour using its app, according to the company.—
Ashton Jackson,
CNBC,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
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Nonprofits like Keep Oakland Beautiful rely on donations and grants, and don't have unlimited resources to maintain the area indefinitely.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Opposition parties warn that basing constituencies on population could shift political power toward faster-growing northern states, while diminishing the parliamentary representation, seat share and overall influence of southern regions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The city will also look at outcomes in foot traffic, business activity, and overall vibrancy for markers of success.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Best Top Deals Loft’s top selection is full of breezy blouses, everyday basics, and versatile layering pieces that’ll serve you on the ground and in the sky.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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But as versatile as lint rollers are, they’re not suited for every surface.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
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New coach with reshaped front office After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2006 in the 2022-23 season, president of hockey operations Brian Burke and general manager Ron Hextall were fired.—
Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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There are hopes for a postseason push in 2027, when Bedard enters his fourth NHL season, but general manager Kyle Davidson may be pumping the brakes — for now.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Republican candidate Steve Hilton said the Swalwell scandal underscores broader concerns about accountability at the highest levels of government.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The broader economic risks have continued to rear their head.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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For me, the key is to stay true to the vision and remain adaptable.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
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Rather than overspecializing, the robot combines multiple capabilities into a single adaptable platform.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2026
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Hayes and Thornton were two of four unrestricted free agents the Valkyries had going into the offseason.—
Laurence Miedema,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The deal does mean that Collier will be an unrestricted free agent and unable to be given a core qualifying offer in 2027.—
Staff,
Twin Cities,
17 Apr. 2026
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“All around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20around. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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