Collocation
all in all
Considering everything; on the whole; when all is taken into account.
Definition
'all in all' is a common English collocation. Considering everything; on the whole; when all is taken into account.
all in all
“All in all, it was a successful event despite the initial technical glitches.”
Examples
- The trip had its ups and downs, but all in all, we had a fantastic time.
- All in all, I think the new system will improve our efficiency considerably.
- She faced many challenges in her career, but all in all, she achieved her goals.
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- The play received mixed reviews, but all in all, the audience seemed to enjoy it.
- He can be a bit grumpy sometimes, but all in all, he's a very kind person.
- All in all, the project was completed on time and within budget, which is a great success.
- The concert was long and quite loud, but all in all, it was an unforgettable experience.
- While there were moments of frustration, all in all, the training course proved to be invaluable.
- All in all, despite the small budget, the team produced an impressive documentary film.
- Considering the current market conditions and future prospects, all in all, it's a solid investment.
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