of all things
idiom
—used to emphasize that the thing one is referring to is the thing one would least expect
The coach is making the entire football team take, of all things, ballet classes.
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The charismatic proponent of all things Porsche brought three examples from his collection, which had also been showcased last year as part of his larger exhibition at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.
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Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
The event, known as Fluxx NYC, was a celebration of all things women’s health with some some of the greatest minds on the subject teaching attendees about the important pillars of lifestyle and how to build the best foundation for a long and healthy life.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 22 Oct. 2024
The hunting app, of all things, has property ownership data, which is amazing for real estate research.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2024
Getty Images Winter in Madrid: festivities and warming feasts
December is the best time to visit Madrid for fans of all things festive, when the city transforms into a cheery utopia.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2024
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Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024
The event, known as Fluxx NYC, was a celebration of all things women’s health with some some of the greatest minds on the subject teaching attendees about the important pillars of lifestyle and how to build the best foundation for a long and healthy life.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 22 Oct. 2024
The hunting app, of all things, has property ownership data, which is amazing for real estate research.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2024
Getty Images Winter in Madrid: festivities and warming feasts
December is the best time to visit Madrid for fans of all things festive, when the city transforms into a cheery utopia.
—Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2024
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“Of all things.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/of%20all%20things. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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