all · adv
all along
B2 from the beginning of a period of time
Dictionary examples:
I knew all along that it was a mistake. (28.5)
all in all
B2 considering everything
Dictionary examples:
All in all, it was a great vacation. (5.9)
all over the place
B2 in or to many different places
Dictionary examples:
There were dirty dishes all over the place. (15.2)
be all very well
C1 used to show that you do not agree with something or that you are annoyed about something
Dictionary examples:
It's all very well for her to say everything's fine, she doesn't have to live here. (28.5)
be all set
C1 to be ready
Dictionary examples:
We were all set to go when the phone rang. (34.2)
all the better/easier/more exciting, etc.
C2 much better, easier, more exciting, etc.
Dictionary examples:
The journey was all the more dangerous because of the bad weather. (38.9)
all but
C2 almost
Dictionary examples:
The movie was all but over by the time we got there. (17.0)
all
A2 completely or very
Dictionary examples:
The teacher was all smiles until she saw our homework! (0.0)
My phone was all charged, but I forgot to bring it! (0.0)
The children were all quiet. That's when I got worried! (0.0)
You're all wet! (10.6)
Tell me all about your trip. (11.7)
The cake was all eaten last night. (16.9)
all over
A2 in every place
Dictionary examples:
The naughty cat left pawprints all over the clean floor. (0.0)
The clumsy waiter spilled soup all over the customer's shirt. (0.0)
The children drew pictures all over the classroom walls. (0.0)
He's traveled all over the world. (12.3)