as in collectively
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
all around, she's our best athlete
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also all-round
1
as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
an all-around garden rake that adjusts for any raking task, from raking lawns to delicate flower beds
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as in overall
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
this saw has the top rating for all-around performance, but for small detail work it might not be your best choice
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as in versatile
able to do many different kinds of things
an all-around player, as skilled on the pitcher's mound as he is at the batting plate
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Recent Examples of all around
Ronnie Li, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Both pieces have programmable lighting, a visual feature found all around the new development.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Parnell will play Anton, a PGA Tour board member and all-around jerk.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
Think of this round-up as a hug — a reminder that kindness, connection, and beauty are still all around us.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Both pieces have programmable lighting, a visual feature found all around the new development.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Last season with the Falcons, Cousins struggled with turnovers but had an all-around solid year.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Parnell will play Anton, a PGA Tour board member and all-around jerk.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all around
Adverb
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The three former officials, whose careers collectively spanned over six decades of law enforcement experience across the ranks of the FBI, allege that the firings violated their due process rights as well as their First Amendment rights to free association and speech.—
Luke Barr,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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One of the earliest poetic works that collectively shaped us is the Shahnameh, an epic poem by the Persian poet Ferdowsi.—
Fatemeh Jamalpour,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Each burger is served with fries or tots and includes unlimited access to Ruby Tuesday's Garden Bar, which features fresh greens, vegetables and premium toppings and dressings.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
17 Sep. 2025
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Chevy’s confidence in the ZR1 also felt a bit more palpable, as proven by a previous media launch held earlier this year that featured almost unlimited lapping throughout a hot day at the United States’ premier Formula One track, the Circuit of the Americas.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Jackson was the first overall pick of the 2022 draft.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
20 Sep. 2025
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At stake is the Supporters’ Shield for the league’s best overall record, home-field advantage in the playoffs and a berth in the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Sep. 2025
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The sale includes discounts on travel essentials, including sleek luggage, winter-ready airport outfits, comfy walking shoes, and versatile travel accessories.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Calvin Klein Garnet Tote For those seeking a carryall that can handle daily work commutes, regular outings, and sport events for the kids, look no further than this versatile bag from Cavlin Klein.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Kuminga could accept the Wariros' one-year qualifying offer to become an unrestricted free agent in 2026.—
Ricardo Klein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Wahlstrom had 15 points in 19 games with Providence but was not tendered a qualifying offer by the Bruins in June and became an unrestricted free agent.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The wind and current was such that, as the plane flew over us and dropped the bales of cocaine, the cargo would theoretically stay in the general area between where I was stationed in the Mako and where our mothership was anchored.—
Martin Suarez,
Rolling Stone,
13 Sep. 2025
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In general, why should moist soil be a problem for plants if water is so crucial to their growth?—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
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“All around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20around. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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