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- overall 1b
over·all
ˌō-vər-ˈȯl 
1
: all over sense 1
the pattern used overall
2
: from one end to the other
600 feet long overall
3
a
: in view of all the circumstances or conditions
overall, the sale was a success
b
: as a whole : generally
doesn't do as well overall
overall and in most of its detail the film has remarkable power—
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c
: with everyone or everything taken into account
was third overall in earnings
got 31 miles to the gallon overall
over·all
ˈō-vər-ˌȯl
1
a
b
usually overalls
: trousers of strong material usually with a bib and shoulder straps
2
chiefly British
: a loose-fitting protective smock worn over regular clothing
over·all
ˌō-vər-ˈȯl
ˈō-vər-ˌȯl
ˈō-vər-ˌȯl
1
: including everything
2
: viewed as a whole : general
Examples of overall in a Sentence
Adverb
He made a few mistakes but did well overall.
Overall, the project was successful.
Adjective
your overall score after two rounds
His mistake didn't change my overall impression of him.
Your overall health is sound.
She likes the overall quality of the product.
The scratch didn't affect the car's overall appearance.
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Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Robert Erwin and Carson earned a perfect score for their freestyle, and overall earned 89/90 points, placing them second on the scoreboard.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2025
The Shamrocks are seeking their third straight 6A crown and 30th overall and will be heavily favored.
—Rich Barak, Louisville Courier Journal, 29 Nov. 2025
Danielle Zickl, SELF, 27 Nov. 2025
Shilajit supports mitochondrial function by helping cells produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP) more efficiently, thereby enhancing overall energy levels and stamina.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2025
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Adverb
Several of the authors on her list of must-reads have also shared their passion for dancing, just like Sioux, including renowned ballet dancer Misty Copeland, while others are fun stories that the Dance Moms alum enjoyed reading overall.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Robert Erwin and Carson earned a perfect score for their freestyle, and overall earned 89/90 points, placing them second on the scoreboard.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Noun
Norvell is 38-34 overall and 22-26 in ACC play after six seasons with the program.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2025
The Shamrocks are seeking their third straight 6A crown and 30th overall and will be heavily favored.
—Rich Barak, Louisville Courier Journal, 29 Nov. 2025
Adjective
In fact, going too hard on fiber could leave you not only feeling bleh but also negatively affect your overall health.
—Danielle Zickl, SELF, 27 Nov. 2025
Shilajit supports mitochondrial function by helping cells produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP) more efficiently, thereby enhancing overall energy levels and stamina.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2025
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“Overall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overall. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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overall
1 of 2 adverb
over·all
ˌō-və-ˈrȯl
: as a whole : generally
we find your work satisfactory, overall
overall
2 of 2 adjectiveˌō-və-ˈrȯl,
ˈō-və-ˌrȯl
1
: including everything
overall expenses
2
: viewed as a whole : general
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