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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
Grandpa got the all-out support of the family when he decided to remarry at age 72
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
an all-out effort to break open the door
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as in full steam ahead
with all power or resources being used
went all out for her New Year's Eve party—she even had fireworks!
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Recent Examples of all-out
Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025
The search for a suspect While Heskett underwent surgery to safely remove the knife from his abdomen, detectives started sifting through the evidence and law enforcement personnel from half a dozen agencies banded together for an all-out search of the area.
—Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Rachel Choy, Refinery29, 3 Oct. 2025
An AdGuard Family Plan subscription can wipe them all out for good on up to nine of your devices.
—PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Add a touch of boldness to any outfit with a leopard print belt or silk scarf tied around your neck or purse, or go all-out with a leopard print dress.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025
The search for a suspect While Heskett underwent surgery to safely remove the knife from his abdomen, detectives started sifting through the evidence and law enforcement personnel from half a dozen agencies banded together for an all-out search of the area.
—Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Adverb
Paris Fashion Week's Spring/Summer 2026 attendees have been going all out with their outfits, with some rather unique and statement takes on what's hot right now.
—Rachel Choy, Refinery29, 3 Oct. 2025
An AdGuard Family Plan subscription can wipe them all out for good on up to nine of your devices.
—PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all-out
Adjective
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That said, each tint is said to offer sheer, buildable coverage with the right touch of color.—
Tatayana Yomary,
Essence,
21 Oct. 2025
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Naomi Watts also went sheer in a daring look from Valentino’s spring 2025 couture collection, which featured a voluminous skirt with a lacy top.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Ability to manage growth in a manner that reflects the reasons people find Matthews attractive, create a budget that is thorough and efficient, ability to work with citizens and town leaders to maintain Matthews’ sense of self.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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The dealmaking process has been thorough and lengthy, with the 27-member trade bloc and the largest nation in South Asia having met 14 times for negotiations, the last being in Brussels last week.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This utter darkness, however, is crucial to the tasting.—
Aislyn Greene,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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In the bit, Rihanna and Ronnie (Andy Samberg) are dropping knowledge to a group of grade schoolers with the singer crooning in her power range as timid Ronnie can barely rise above a whisper to her utter consternation.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Schools, hospitals, as well as water and electricity infrastructure have all been devastated during the two-year war from Israel’s extensive military campaign on the Gaza Strip, Amr said.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
18 Oct. 2025
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While his two-way role requires extensive off-field work to stay ready for both jobs, Ohtani had pitched in only two games over the past 30 days before Game 4, thanks to the permutations of the Dodgers’ schedule.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In a heartfelt tribute shared on Instagram, the princess thanked her mom for her unconditional support.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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Your love for the city, your team, and its players is unconditional.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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From General Hospital's big wins, to Drew Barrymore's first Emmy, keep scrolling to see which fan-favorites come out on top by viewing the complete list of winners from the 2025 Daytime Emmys.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Then in Game Two came Yoshinobu Yamamoto (three hundred and twenty-five million for twelve years), who gave up a home run to the first batter before pitching a complete game in which no one else got to second base.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But as this story makes clear, absolute immunity has bred a culture of impunity that leaves them above the very law they’re meant to enforce.—
Micah Kimball,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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With the surrealist qualities similar to Rene Magritte and the use of light that evokes a certain stillness associated with Edward Hopper, Smith’s technical practice was a quest for absolute perfection, his wife said.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The result is high-quality health care that is accessible, comprehensive, and most of all, personalized.—
Conviva Senior Primary Care,
Miami Herald,
20 Oct. 2025
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This list is in no particular order and is in no way comprehensive.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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“All-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-out. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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