all-around
Americanadjective
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able to do many things; versatile.
an all-around player.
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broadly applicable; not specialized.
an all-around education.
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inclusive; comprehensive; complete.
an all-around failure.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-around
First recorded in 1720–30
Example Sentences
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BNP Paribas analyst Moses Sutton wrote after the deal that it cements “Nextpower as the all-around way for investors to play AI-supported solar + storage growth.”
From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026
Born in Seattle, Ohashi made her senior elite gymnastics debut at the 2013 American Cup, where she outscored U.S. teammate Biles for all-around gold.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
There is no question that he is diminished from the lethal finisher and all-around menace he was in his prime.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
At Paris 2024, Biles won golds in team, all-around and vault - and a silver in floor.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Lowe— arguably the world’s pre-eminent all-around climber—was hired to be Sandy’s personal guide, a job for which he was paid a substantial sum.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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