by all means
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Also, by all manner of means . In every possible way, as in I plan to make use of him by all means . [Late 1400s]
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Also, by all manner of means . Without fail, at any cost, as in Losing the contract is to be avoided by all means . [c. 1600]
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Certainly, yes, as in Are you coming tonight?—By all means, I'll be there . [Late 1600s] Also see by any means ; by no means .
Example Sentences
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If so, by all means, skip ahead to step three.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026
“If anyone can do something, by all means go for it,” the president told a gathering of students and academics in early December.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026
Workout equipment, game rooms, walking paths and lounges have become standard in many communities — but if pickleball or gardening plots are important, then by all means make sure you get them.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 24, 2025
He added that people should "by all means let it out" but they should "never let go of love".
From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025
If you can’t wait to get to the nuts and bolts, by all means skip ahead.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
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