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Synonyms & Antonyms of be-all and end-all
the most important part of something or the reason for something
- He acts as if making money is the be-all and end-all of human existence.
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for be-all and end-all
Antonyms & Near Antonyms for be-all and end-all
- denouement
- (also dénouement),
- repercussion
- by-product,
- side effect
- (also side reaction)
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The first known use of be-all and end-all was circa 1616
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