all-around

Example Sentences

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As bleak, frightening and all-around life-ruining as the internet has proven itself to be, there was a time not long ago when the World Wide Web felt like a portal, not a black hole.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

But even grave-robbing isn’t as unpleasant as the dynamics of the Morelli family, led by chief screamer, grouser, mayoral candidate and all-around non-people-person Linda Morelli.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Following Matthews on floor during the Bruins’ big quad meet was Sumanasekera, who posted 9.875, adding to her fifth place all-around performance.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

“Arista delivered an all-around strong fourth-quarter finish to 2025, as AI contributions drove robust growth across its cloud titan customers,” wrote William Blair analyst Sebastien Naji in a research note.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

For a split second, it displaced the look of all-around wear and, plainly, specific worry that had been on her face since she entered the bathroom.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger