above all

adverb

: before every other consideration : especially

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National border controls can and often are reinstated intermittently to cope with trafficking, terrorism, epidemics, tax avoidance, and, above all, mass movements of undocumented migrants. Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025 She’s experimented with pop and dance, but above all, she’s become known as a trailblazer of melodic, lyrically bold urban fusion music — anchored by her exceptional voice. Leila Cobo, Billboard, 22 Apr. 2025 Madrid had accumulated 74 per cent of possession, had seven shots on target to Athletic’s one, took 14 corners (Athletic only one) and were reminiscent of last season’s side in their consistency of play but above all in their commitment. Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025 But, above all, the hand flex has become a top-tier millennial meme because the moment is both subtle and powerful. Sharareh Drury, People.com, 20 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for above all

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of above all was in the 14th century

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“Above all.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/above%20all. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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