all-in
adjective
without restrictions; with virtually every type of hold permitted.
all-in
American
[awl-in]
/ ˈɔlˈɪn /
adjective
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Wrestling. without restrictions; with virtually every type of hold permitted.
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Jazz. performed by all members of the group; played ensemble.
An all-in refrain followed the solos.
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British. with extras included; inclusive.
at the all-in rate.
all in
British
adjective
adverb
Etymology
Origin of all-in
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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While previous movie adaptations of "Resident Evil" -- such as those starring Milla Jovovich -- were more action movies, Cregger went all-in on horror for the latest edition.
From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026
With this season's Super Bowl being held in LA, they have gone all-in to reach the big game.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
It is the first showcase for a Rams organization that once again has gone all-in to play in Super Bowl LXI at SoFi Stadium in February.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Near-term earnings are likely to remain sensitive to oil-price normalization after exceptionally strong 1H results, while the rise in all-in costs could soften operating leverage, it says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
He rehearsed his speeches—gestures and all-in front of a mirror until he got them right.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
"But we physicists do not yet understand why these additional generations exist at all in the first place," says Soter.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026
These portals give us unprecedented access to our own medical records, as well as scheduling, communication and bill-payment options, all in one place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
Workers told the BBC the brazen 55-second raid was all in a day's work, with offenders targeting the outlet multiple times every day.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
On Tuesday, the board approved major reconstruction projects at four elementary schools for a combined $322.6 million — Menlo Avenue, 93rd Street, 96th Street and 122nd Street, all in South Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
After they were all in their rooms, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas kept watching TV and ate some ice cream.
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
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