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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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
Trying to whittle down thousands of players from 22 tournaments spread over almost a century to pick the top 10 World Cup legends of all time.
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
Most recently, “Scary Movie” topped the box office last weekend with a $105.5-million worldwide debut, ranking among the top five biggest R-rated comedy openings of all time.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Growing up, I knew Ali was a heavyweight champion and one of the greatest of all time in the world of boxing.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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