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
Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2025
That kind of artistic abdication can sometimes come off as lazy, but in this case there was something heartwarming about letting the enthusiastic crowd carry that weight with joy and high fives all around.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 29 Aug. 2025
Grant Afseth, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
The Girlfriends star is already known for her aspirational life approach, charismatic silliness and all-around majestic aura, but there was something very special about seeing Ross share her solo travel so intimately.
—Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 20 Aug. 2025
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There are special spirit days and signs all around each campus.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2025
That kind of artistic abdication can sometimes come off as lazy, but in this case there was something heartwarming about letting the enthusiastic crowd carry that weight with joy and high fives all around.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Thomas' all-around impact could also sway a portion of the ballot.
—Grant Afseth, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
The Girlfriends star is already known for her aspirational life approach, charismatic silliness and all-around majestic aura, but there was something very special about seeing Ross share her solo travel so intimately.
—Taryn Finley, Refinery29, 20 Aug. 2025
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Getty Images for The Recording Academy From time to time, BTS fans collectively turn their attention to one tune from the South Korean boy band’s catalog, turning it into a focus track, perhaps for the first time.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The tech sector's eight billion-dollar companies collectively added more than $400 billion in market cap.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
8 Sep. 2025
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In addition to that, a membership gives you access to Prime Video, with unlimited streaming and original programming.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Please consider supporting local journalism and getting unlimited digital access.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Rookie Ashton Gillotte provided some juice in his limited snaps, but that wasn’t nearly enough to make up for an overall disappointing night for the defensive line.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Here, these dishes are prepared with less sauce (not a bad thing) and overall salt than at Taipei South, despite having the same ownership.—
Shindy Chen,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Also, new technology has made eyeglasses more accurate and versatile, offering options that cater to a wide range of distinct vision needs.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Beyond Broadway, Krakowski has built a career as one of entertainment’s most versatile performers.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the university plans to close some of its 140 centers and institutes, aiming to reduce unrestricted funding by at least 20% in the coming years.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
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But public access to The Cove remains unrestricted, and with few city regulations in place there, rangers have less ability to cite people who don’t stay away from the pinnipeds.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
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How Often To Clean Linoleum Floors For general cleaning, Marla Mock, president of Molly Maid, recommends removing dust and debris in high-traffic areas daily using a dry microfiber mop.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Remember to label, date, and mark each soil sample with the general location where it was collected.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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“All around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20around. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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