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as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
the overall view seems to be that we're doing fine economically
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as in broad
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
there's an overall similarity in the looks of the models for that chain of clothing stores
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as in prevailing
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
the overall mind-set among the people in our town seems to be that any increase in taxes is bad
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as in collectively
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
reduce the budget overall by 15 percent
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as in mostly
for the most part
overall, this is a good speech, but it could use a little humor
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Recent Examples of overall
Anthem Blue Cross California, Daily News, 10 June 2026
Marist and Buford took the top overall spots (shocker), but there’s more to explore from each and every classification.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 10 June 2026
Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
According to our budgeting apps ranking methodology, Rocket Money scored the highest, earning the most points overall based on value, reviews, features and support.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Adjective
But where people receive care can significantly affect both costs and the overall experience.
—Anthem Blue Cross California, Daily News, 10 June 2026
Marist and Buford took the top overall spots (shocker), but there’s more to explore from each and every classification.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 10 June 2026
Adverb
Rae Burrell netted a career-high 22 points, but coach Lynne Roberts was unhappy with the offense overall.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
According to our budgeting apps ranking methodology, Rocket Money scored the highest, earning the most points overall based on value, reviews, features and support.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overall
Adjective
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That's our mission now is to help other DIYers learn how to do more on their project, from general contracting all the way through some of the actual construction elements.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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There are chances to take a deep dive into various history or literature classes beyond general education requirements, or for students to discover their passions or potential career pathways, Ellman said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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The move suggests a broader shift in Tehran, where a new generation of leaders is increasingly abandoning the cautious, reactive approach that long defined the Islamic Republic’s strategy towards its adversaries.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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Ellison and Paramount have faced significant criticism from the political left because, unlike much of Hollywood, Ellison has emphasized making entertainment designed to appeal to broad audiences.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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The group noted the projection was revised upward from an earlier estimate owing to an additional year in the budget window and higher prevailing interest rates.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
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Likewise, prevailing concepts of Hamlet at the time cast the prince as a wan and melancholic, leading critics to bristle at Bernhardt’s energy.—
Betsy Golden Kellem,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Mar. 2026
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The International Air Transport Association warned global airline profitability could be cut in half this year as fuel costs collectively rise by $100 billion.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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The amendments, collectively known as the Zoning Code Amendment for Crowing Fowl, were driven by more than 800 complaints related to crowing fowl submitted through Sacramento County’s 311 system from 2022 through July 25, 2025.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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That paucity of new tuners — there were just six original musicals in the season, and only two were viable candidates for the top award — meant that the Tonys for artistic achievement in musicals mostly went to revivals.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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As for accessories, Gerber went mostly minimal, making her strapless Alaïa dress the focal point of her look.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
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While the sets, lighting, costume changes and visual effects are stunners, the music by composer and arranger Imogen Heap is shockingly generic, like the copyright-free soundtrack of a YouTube ad, blandly calibrated and recalling nothing of John Williams’ iconic themes for the films.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
4 June 2026
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The initial producer’s pitch was for a low-rent superhero, but finding something that’s never been done for even a generic superhero is a challenge.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
4 June 2026
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After three hours of public comments and discussion June 4, the planning commission voted in favor of seeking more information from the Department of the Interior, which submitted the application.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Insider tip Suite 203 overlooks Shadow Mountain and offers a view of one of Aspen’s quirkiest pieces of public art—a 10-foot-tall Yeti.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
Adverb
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Breslow offered some insight into that deal and his process with trades more generally.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Lanuzza says that wine that is available in grocery stores is not generally meant to be cellared.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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“Overall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overall. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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