as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
an across-the-board reduction in the state's budget because of declining revenues
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across the board
2 of 2phrase
as in overall
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
The Oscar-nominated film received a positive reception across the board.
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Recent Examples of across-the-board
Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
And the markets have been a see-saw since the across-the-board tariffs on trading partners were first announced by Trump on April 2 and scaled back on Wednesday.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 12 Apr. 2025
With 10% across-the-board tariffs for all U.S. trading partners and 125% on China, Wells Fargo economists calculate the effective tariff rate at 27%.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2025
In April, Trump upped the ante on his tariff regime, including imposing an across-the-board 10% tariff on imports and a massive 145% duty on Chinese imports.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025
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Yang said across-the-board tariffs would stifle his business, but even tariffs limited to China will hurt.
—Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
And the markets have been a see-saw since the across-the-board tariffs on trading partners were first announced by Trump on April 2 and scaled back on Wednesday.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 12 Apr. 2025
With 10% across-the-board tariffs for all U.S. trading partners and 125% on China, Wells Fargo economists calculate the effective tariff rate at 27%.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2025
In April, Trump upped the ante on his tariff regime, including imposing an across-the-board 10% tariff on imports and a massive 145% duty on Chinese imports.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for across-the-board
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In a stunning move, the Denver Nuggets terminated head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth, a week before the NBA playoffs begin.—
Mikai Bruce,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Also out: general manager Calvin Booth, whose contract will not be renewed.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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The overall design scheme, meanwhile, hints at something out of a Western-meets-Victorian (just look at the claw-foot tub!).—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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When tasked with detailing one important notion regarding maternal health and the overall health of Black women, Dr. King declares that optimizing one’s well-being should not start at pregnancy.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
17 Apr. 2025
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Seen through the narrator’s eyes, the fast-food restaurant’s employees lose their generic anonymity and gain a sense of individuality.—
Rhian Sasseen,
The Atlantic,
17 Apr. 2025
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The class action lawsuit alleges that Walgreens sold generic drugs at a higher cost to customers with insurance than to members of its Prescription Savings Club, according to court documents.—
Jeremy Tanner,
The Hill,
16 Apr. 2025
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There is no universal way to make cinnamon tea, but here are a few suggestions: Soaking cinnamon sticks: In one study, researchers prepared cinnamon tea by soaking 60 g cinnamon sticks in 1,000 mL of room-temperature water.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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Whilst the provision of captions and sensory-friendly experiences might address specific needs, many of the fairly inexpensive options detailed come down to basic universal design and can be helpful to everyone.—
Gus Alexiou,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Atrial fibrillation is a common type of irregular heart rhythm, and leaving it untreated can lead to a stroke.—
Eloy Geenjaar,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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Leather or faux leather are both common suspects for luxury crossbody phone bags, but there are also alternatives made with recycled, easy-to-clean nylon, suede, canvas, and beyond.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Piano Slam combines classical and contemporary elements in a way that aligns with Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion’s broader mission to bring together different cultural expressions through the arts, according to Cardenas.—
Jonel Juste,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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Strait displayed a broad smile while DQ employee Becky Gonzalez snapped a photo of him through the window.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Across-the-board.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/across-the-board. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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