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
Joe Smith, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Except that on the second Friday in June, passionate collectors from all around the world will be clamoring for it.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
These Lee jeans are one of my favorite pairs thanks to their all-around comfort and form-fitting style that’s appropriate for any daytime activity—I’ve even worn them to the office paired with a blazer.
—Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
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Wallstedt felt Game 1 was an anomaly all around, for both teams, with the rare 9-6 score.
—Joe Smith, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Except that on the second Friday in June, passionate collectors from all around the world will be clamoring for it.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Adjective
Getting up to play a Hawai’i team that had beaten them twice on their home court this season wasn’t a challenge, McRae said, due to the intense all-around competition in men’s volleyball right now.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
These Lee jeans are one of my favorite pairs thanks to their all-around comfort and form-fitting style that’s appropriate for any daytime activity—I’ve even worn them to the office paired with a blazer.
—Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all around
Adverb
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Wildfires burning in Miami-Dade and Broward have collectively consumed thousands of acres, reducing local air quality and impacting visibility.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Bird hope this will collectively allow creators to win commissions or secure investment from broadcasters and streamers.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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Subscribe now to support our journalism and get unlimited access to our coverage.—
Wendy Goodman,
Curbed,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Xi nonetheless struck a more conciliatory tone when describing the overall relationship.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Sunflower seeds and walnuts are both nutrient-dense foods that support brain and overall health.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2026
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Chic, versatile and cozy for every adventure.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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Its flowy maxi style is versatile and can be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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The Fields pairs highly adaptable facilities with expert, hands-on production support — a combination that general manager RoseMary Prodonovich says is designed to fuel creative endeavors.—
Kathy A. McDonald,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Husband is a genuinely excellent partner and a kind, funny, good person in general.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The partnership expands in spring 2027 with a broader assortment of footwear, accessories and small leather goods.—
Katie Abel,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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However, when combined with broader tax regimes, these tax policies may contribute to gradual shifts in where ultra-wealthy individuals allocate assets, particularly toward lower-tax jurisdictions.—
Trevor Laurence Jockims,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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The participation underscores a growing emphasis on connecting local publishing with global production pipelines, positioning literary properties as adaptable assets within co-production and financing frameworks.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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Low-maintenance and adaptable dogwood trees can be beautiful home landscape additions, especially when the flowering varieties are in bloom.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
11 May 2026
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Along with Harris, Javonte Green and Kevin Huerter will also be unrestricted free agents.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The club made the somewhat unusual decision to place an unrestricted-free-agent tender on Rodgers, a paperwork move that gave the Steelers a bit of protection should Rodgers have opted to sign with another team before training camp opened in late July.—
Will Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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