all over the place
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“They’re all over the place and sometimes in places you don’t even realize — they’re not even advertised. It’s important to understanding the potential of where this is and where it is going.”
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2026
We played all over the place and we had so much fun.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
He said there were teams like his "all over the place" and when they come together at conferences, "you realise you're part of a much bigger effort".
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
It’s “global culture with a topical lens,” the museum says, but the focus is all over the place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 2, 2026
No wonder Mong never ate anything and was always tired and throwing up all over the place.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
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