Synonyms

all-time

American

[awl-tahym] / ˈɔlˌtaɪm /

adjective

never surpassed.

Production has reached an all-time high.
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.

all-time British

adjective

informal (prenominal) unsurpassed in some respect at a particular time

an all-time record at the Olympics

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Etymology

Origin of all-time

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

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There were suspicions in the first Test that all might not be well with Snicko and the technology had an all-time shocker on the first day of the third Test in Adelaide.

From BBC

His late grandfather is the all-time leader in NFL coaching victories.

From Los Angeles Times

Global stocks are rising, with European and Asian markets reaching all-time highs and US benchmarks nearing historic thresholds.

From Barron's

"Rest in peace, Martin. One of the all-time greats."

From BBC

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