across-the-board

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But Reeves said there needed to be a fundamental shift in spending across the board, with current global tensions showing the need for resilience in critical sectors.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

While audits have declined, the new IRS data do not seem to show a lighter touch across the board.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Dwindling profit and license fees from China have also forced it to reduce costs across the board.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The stocks have taken a beating across the board this year over fears software could be replaced by AI, bringing on a so-called “SaaSpocalypse.”

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

“White always plays first in chess,” said Ron, peering across the board.

From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling