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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
Grandpa got the all-out support of the family when he decided to remarry at age 72
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
an all-out effort to break open the door
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as in full steam ahead
with all power or resources being used
went all out for her New Year's Eve party—she even had fireworks!
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Recent Examples of all-out
Nico Lang, Them, 31 Jan. 2025
The push back against DEI has steadily gained momentum, and eventually became an all-out assault with President Donald Trump's series of orders seeming to serve as the final proverbial nail in the coffin.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2025
The Palestinian Health Ministry said Friday that the three public hospitals operating in the northern Gaza Strip — Beit Hanoun Hospital, Indonesian Hospital and Kamal Adwan Hospital — are now all out of service.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 4 Jan. 2025
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President Donald Trump capped off an all-out assault on trans rights during his first two weeks in office with a sweeping executive order on Wednesday targeting basic protections for trans students in schools, as well as affirming teachers.
—Nico Lang, Them, 31 Jan. 2025
The push back against DEI has steadily gained momentum, and eventually became an all-out assault with President Donald Trump's series of orders seeming to serve as the final proverbial nail in the coffin.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
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Rounding it all out: a separate staff wing and a guesthouse.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2025
The Palestinian Health Ministry said Friday that the three public hospitals operating in the northern Gaza Strip — Beit Hanoun Hospital, Indonesian Hospital and Kamal Adwan Hospital — are now all out of service.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 4 Jan. 2025
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The sheer embarrassment of going through another deadline without making a move, after the wild, buzz-creating deal created by the Mavs and Lakers, would’ve been too much for even Bulls Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf to stomach.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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At the waist, black beaded details flowed into a sheer skirt with beaded floral embellishments and a train.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
3 Feb. 2025
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Experts say some packages have been caught up in the confusion and could still be sitting with customs, where they were set to undergo a more thorough inspection. 4.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Start with a thorough vacuuming using a clean upholstery attachment to remove dust, hair, and other debris from the mattress surface.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
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The diss record symbolizes utter domination in hip-hop.—
Clover Hope,
Pitchfork,
10 Feb. 2025
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Words once too blue to publicly utter have become increasingly commonplace.—
Matt Richtel,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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Perhaps more revealing than the extensive discussion of safeguards was the level of respect city officials gave a business dedicated simply to getting people high.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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In the first study of its kind, scientists have used extensive data to identify that adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have a significantly lower life expectancy than their neurotypical peers.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Feb. 2025
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Her story is a testament to perseverance and unconditional love, reminding us that nothing is impossible.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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The month begins on a mystical note as Venus joins forces with your numinous planetary ruler, Neptune, in your sign, bringing a wave of dreamy compassion and unconditional love to your personal and professional life.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, Disney’s complete buyout of Comcast’s one-third stake in Hulu is still pending.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2025
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So Far Swift’s famous friends joined her in the VIP suite No Swift appearance at a Chiefs game is complete without some pals.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
5 Feb. 2025
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In our increasingly multipolar world, the pursuit of absolute moral purity is a luxury.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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For the Chiefs, this was an absolute embarrassment.—
Jim Reineking,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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The top 25 airlines all meet a list of specific requirements, such as providing a comprehensive full-service experience, and having an economy seat pitch of a minimum of 31 inches.—
Tamara Hardingham-Gill,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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There is also little doubt those comprehensive plans went up in flames.—
Josh Klein,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
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“All-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-out. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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