as in collectively
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
all told, we made $14.64
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Adverb
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The fires collectively burned nearly 40,000 acres and destroyed more than 16,000 structures.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026 -
Herrington collectively calls them cobra kids—the cobra is a BUSAR symbol.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
12 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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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
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The pass defense was again subpar overall.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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From then on, many great saves by both Francis and Curtis, and good hockey play all around from both teams led themselves into the overtime period.—
Zach McMahon,
Boston Herald,
15 Jan. 2026
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This spot is perfect for relaxing and reflecting on the serenity all around.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
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“All told.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20told. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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