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
Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The best way to enjoy them is to lie back on a reclining lawn chair or a blanket on soft ground and roll your eyes all around the celestial dome.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Our expert, Eric Grevstad, praised it for delivering strong all-around performance at a reasonable price in his 2022 review.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
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However, the main draw of the 6,000-person village is its European roots, HGTV said, where famous Danes including Hans Christian Anderson are showcased in spots all around town.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025
The best way to enjoy them is to lie back on a reclining lawn chair or a blanket on soft ground and roll your eyes all around the celestial dome.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Tustin 3-2 (51) The Tillers turned in an all-around fine performance last week in a 21-7 road win over Yorba Linda.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Our expert, Eric Grevstad, praised it for delivering strong all-around performance at a reasonable price in his 2022 review.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all around
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On the football field of Holy Redeemer Church in Burton, dozens of people from around Genesee County held candles to collectively pray for the United States and those affected by violence.—
Tess Ware,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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The team’s young starting pitchers also dazzled collectively on the final road trip of the season.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Please consider supporting local journalism and getting unlimited digital access.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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This year, Red Lobster also ran its Lobsterfest promotion, offering items like $20 lobster rolls and unlimited Cheddar Bay Biscuits.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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ByteDance will be allowed to keep just under 20% and current investors will account for an overall 35%.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
26 Sep. 2025
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That category accounts for 50% of each NBA team’s overall Future Power Rating, the 0-100 score each team receives to determine its overall ranking.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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This deal from Walmart is offering the R5 Mark II with a versatile RF 24-105mm f/4 lens for just $4925, a huge $574 saving on the retail price.—
Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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The watchmaker’s award-winning flying tourbillon caliber UN-176 (visible at 6 o’clock) also showcases silicon, with the anchor, escapement, and balance spring all crafted from the versatile material.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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And the longer McDavid goes without a contract extension as unrestricted free agency approaches next summer, the more the superstar’s future with the Oilers comes into question.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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In 2024, Branches was one of six nonprofits in Miami-Dade to receive $2 million in unrestricted funds from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity per week, along with at least two days of strength training and activities to improve balance.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Expecting heavy rain, Joey, a general contractor and project manager, decided to work from home.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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“All around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20around. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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