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
Solcyré Burga, Time, 20 Jan. 2026
The entire evening was simply magical — what could be better than dining on a rooftop, eating delicious food with views of the stunning City Palace all around?
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The Savior Heated Leather Gloves are a great all-around option, with thick padding and heating around all the fingers, the palm and the back of the hand.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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Adverb
Fans all around the world are gearing up for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, where thousands of athletes from more than 90 countries will compete on skates, skis, snowboards, and various types of sleds.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 20 Jan. 2026
The entire evening was simply magical — what could be better than dining on a rooftop, eating delicious food with views of the stunning City Palace all around?
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Pomare is a good all-around player.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
The Savior Heated Leather Gloves are a great all-around option, with thick padding and heating around all the fingers, the palm and the back of the hand.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all around
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North Korean movies are typically experienced collectively.—
Will Ripley,
CNN Money,
21 Jan. 2026
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For their efforts, they were collectively paid tens of thousands of dollars.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The letter cited Boise City Code, which prohibits selling or advertising unlimited alcoholic drinks for a single price.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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Applicants can submit up to five pieces per entry, with unlimited submissions allowed, at a $20 fee per entry.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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He was viewed as one of the best overall high school hitters in his draft class.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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The fur lining helps block out the snow and the overall structure has a lightweight feel.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
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Despite the uncertainty of his role entering training camp, Scott eventually formed a versatile safety trio with Moehrig and Ransom.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Just like black and white, gray pants are incredibly versatile.—
Eva Thomas,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Ukrainian team includes Rustem Umerov, head of Ukraine's national security and defense council; Andrii Hnatov, chief of the general staff; and Kyrylo Budanov, head of the presidential office.—
KAMILA HRABCHUK,
Arkansas Online,
24 Jan. 2026
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Brown, who is not related to the former governor, is the former general manager of the Contra Costa Water District and helped build and expand Los Vaqueros Reservoir in Contra Costa County.—
Paul Rogers,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
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The government aims to raise that share to around 20% by fiscal 2040 as part of its broader energy security and decarbonization strategy, Reuters reported.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Jan. 2026
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These loans have served as a lifeline for Americans experiencing disasters, and versions of this program have been expanded during broader moments of crisis, including in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Fred P. Hochberg,
Boston Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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Invasive mussels are a very adaptable species, said Doug Jensen, aquatic invasive species planner at Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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This nourishing soup is creamy, cheap, and endlessly adaptable—and only takes one pot to make.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
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Dallas also wants to keep running back Javonte Williams, who will be an unrestricted free agent.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Rozier, who the Charlotte Hornets traded to the Heat in January 2024, is set to become an unrestricted free agent this upcoming offseason.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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“All around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20around. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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