all-around
adjective
variants
or less commonly all-round
1
: considered in or encompassing all aspects : comprehensive
the best all-around performance so far
2
: competent in many fields
an all-around performer
3
: having general utility or merit
an all-around tool
all around
adverb
Synonyms
Examples of all-around in a Sentence
an all-around garden rake that adjusts for any raking task, from raking lawns to delicate flower beds
this saw has the top rating for all-around performance, but for small detail work it might not be your best choice
an all-around player, as skilled on the pitcher's mound as he is at the batting plate
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Huel Complete Protein powder is a solid all-around option for anyone looking for a balanced, quick nutrition boost.
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Jordan Galloway, SELF, 30 Jan. 2025
Since The Barefoot Contessa premiered in 2002, pro chef and all-around professional entertainer Ina Garten has taught us a thing or two about food.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2025
As the only Bruin who competed in the all-around, Campbell took the crown with a total score of 39.400, which included a season-high 9.925 on vault.
—Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2025
Jones is an all-around defender who can log major minutes and handle a shutdown role.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
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Jordan Galloway, SELF, 30 Jan. 2025
Since The Barefoot Contessa premiered in 2002, pro chef and all-around professional entertainer Ina Garten has taught us a thing or two about food.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2025
As the only Bruin who competed in the all-around, Campbell took the crown with a total score of 39.400, which included a season-high 9.925 on vault.
—Benjamin Royer, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2025
Jones is an all-around defender who can log major minutes and handle a shutdown role.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
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“All-around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/all-around. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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