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all hands

NOUN

everybody

Synonyms

WEAK

all parties every man every one one and all

Example Sentences

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"I want to enjoy tonight with my teammates but make no mistake we'll be all hands on deck," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

“We are all hands on deck to make sure all traffic is served without errors,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 18, 2025

Now, facing a must-win situation, it’s all hands on deck, the Anteaters coach said — Ojeda included.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2025

"Cancel vacations, cancel other appointments," she said, adding: "I expect all hands on deck."

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2025

Mr. Collins called all hands on deck to be divided into watches.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham