as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points
an all-embracing explanation for the great diversity of life on the planet
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Recent Examples of all-embracing
The thought that we’re already included in the all-embracing atmosphere of divine Love was helpful in my prayers to love God more.
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Kyle Schaberg, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2025
In some ways, JavaScript is the people’s programming language: egoless and all-embracing.
—Sheon Han, WIRED, 4 Mar. 2024
Then as now, his view of music was an all-embracing one that knew no stylistic boundaries.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024
Imagine a literary world without public libraries, without a New York Public Library or a Library of Congress as all-embracing book collections, in which the sole arbiters of what’s kept and what’s pulped are the publishers themselves—or the conglomerates that take them over.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 27 June 2023
The theme of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, ‘United by Music,’ announced both the annual musical extravaganza’s all-embracing intentions and its status as a joint endeavor.
—Mike McCahill, Variety, 14 May 2023
But if life with father was so all-embracing, why then did Daisy Dawes need to tote a gun, or for that matter come here to Eloise’s Night Light to drink, dialogue, and make merry, or meditate three times a week?
—Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Feb. 2023
Kyle Schaberg, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2025
In some ways, JavaScript is the people’s programming language: egoless and all-embracing.
—Sheon Han, WIRED, 4 Mar. 2024
Then as now, his view of music was an all-embracing one that knew no stylistic boundaries.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024
Imagine a literary world without public libraries, without a New York Public Library or a Library of Congress as all-embracing book collections, in which the sole arbiters of what’s kept and what’s pulped are the publishers themselves—or the conglomerates that take them over.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 27 June 2023
The theme of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, ‘United by Music,’ announced both the annual musical extravaganza’s all-embracing intentions and its status as a joint endeavor.
—Mike McCahill, Variety, 14 May 2023
But if life with father was so all-embracing, why then did Daisy Dawes need to tote a gun, or for that matter come here to Eloise’s Night Light to drink, dialogue, and make merry, or meditate three times a week?
—Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for all-embracing
Adjective
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To operate safely in dynamic industrial settings, the robot is equipped with dual front-and-rear LiDAR systems and a comprehensive perception suite.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Kenjura told Crain the police department was working on a comprehensive update to the city’s safety ordinances that will address concerns related to e-scooters and other mobility devices.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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The ship includes cooler-climate adaptations such as panoramic glass walls in the Athletic Club, cozier seating throughout The Roundabout and an indoor version of the line’s signature Scarlet Night celebration.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The Relais & Châteaux property has elegant rooms with high-end furnishings, private patios, and panoramic views out every window.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
28 May 2026
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Meanwhile, my niece is ready and the potty full of pee is passed above the table because there is no room to carry it around the side without spilling on the guests.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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That new chapter quickly turned into a full-fledged sequel, and Girls Like Us was born.—
Jennifer Dugan,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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Xi also pledged to work with North Korea to promote fair and orderly multilateralism and inclusive economic globalisation, with long-term regional peace and stability a common pursuit.—
Jack Kim,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Family life in Mexico is also centered on collectivist values—a factor that often translates into a warm, inclusive approach toward foreigners.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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“All-embracing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-embracing. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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