all-time
Americanadjective
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never surpassed.
Production has reached an all-time high.
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being as specified throughout its history.
The game’s perfect balance of learning and enjoyment has earned it a place among the all-time gems of the genre.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-time
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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“It is one of the most highly anticipated, if not the most highly anticipated, IPOs of all time and obviously the biggest to date,” said Nicholas Smith, an analyst at Renaissance Capital.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
In an interview with biographer Michael D’Antonio, Trump let slip that one of his favorite songs of all time was a schmaltzy piano ballad recorded by the late, great Peggy Lee.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Playing 1,375 days after her last competitive match, Williams - one of the greatest players of all time - didn't look a touch out of place as she rediscovered her powerful serve and groundstrokes.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Deen Noory wants in on the biggest stock market debut of all time.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
“Y’all, I got a very special guest in the house. If you know anything ’bout me, you know one of my favorite rappers of all time is Lawless, rest in peace to my brother.
From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas
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