all-around
Example Sentences
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Wyatt Mosher was 13, a seventh-grader in northwest Michigan and an all-around athlete who competed in football, wrestling, basketball, track and archery.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
The combination of an all-around dominant defensive effort, with the Trojans’ usual offensive mastery, offered a glimpse of what USC hopes it can be this season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026
As a senior, he wants to take his skills to another level, using his size and improved speed to become an all-around back, whether running, blocking or catching passes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The 19-year-old left Glasgow International Arena in tears on Sunday evening following the disappointment of the individual all-around competition.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
All-round is better than all-around, in the sense of complete or rounded.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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