cover-all

adjective

ˈkə-vər-ˌȯl How to pronounce cover-all (audio)
Definition of cover-allnext
as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points a detailed plan for cover-all health insurance

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Recent Examples of cover-all Also available are Laser Loon cover-all stickers that existing cardholders can request instead of the new cards and without needing to create new library accounts. — Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 29 Feb. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cover-all
  1. comprehensive
  2. full
  3. panoramic
  4. complete
  5. extensive
Adjective
  • Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections, flexible rewards and more.
    — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 15 July 2026
  • It should be noted that there are new auctions practically every month, so the data can change quite rapidly, but the following list represents a comprehensive picture of the 25 top whiskey sales to date.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 July 2026
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • Treating sunscreen like a one-and-done application Applying sunscreen once isn’t enough for a full day spent outdoors.
    — Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 17 July 2026
  • In 2024 the Japanese giant completed its acquisition of 7-Eleven Australia to expand its presence in the country, taking full ownership of the business.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 17 July 2026
Definition of full
Adjective
  • Don’t miss the rooftop bar with its panoramic views of Seoul.
    — Siobhan Grogan, TheWeek, 17 July 2026
  • The luxurious NostalChic Class pairs panoramic alpine scenery with a gourmet lunch, historic railcar, and exclusive stops high in the Swiss Alps.
    — Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026
Definition of panoramic
Adjective
  • Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s third career complete game was the highlight of the win in Game 1 of a doubleheader on Sunday.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • The robots perform a complete workflow, including collecting materials, placing components with precision, interacting with inspection equipment and returning finished products.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 July 2026
Definition of complete
Adjective
  • Thousands of documents released by the Justice Department showed that Ruemmler and Epstein had an extensive relationship.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026
  • Fire officials said the home sustained extensive damage from fire, soot, smoke, and water.
    — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 14 July 2026
Definition of extensive

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“Cover-all.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cover-all. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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