all and sundry
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French said he rejected the “No” campaign’s argument that an “over-speaking Voice might deluge all and sundry in executive government with its opinions.”
From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2023
The Reds have been rattling in the goals against all and sundry so far this season.
From The Guardian • Nov. 20, 2021
He said he had checked with "all and sundry" including Alastair Campbell, then Downing Street press secretary, and "everyone" thought that reference was right.
From BBC • Jul. 20, 2021
Cast your eyes downward, to the front and center of the stage and you’ll see an open grave, waiting to receive all and sundry.
From New York Times • Nov. 10, 2019
There was skating on the moat, which roared with the gliding bones which they used for skates, while hot chestnuts and spiced mead were served on the bank to all and sundry.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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