every bit
Idioms-
All of something, as in Eat every bit of that broccoli!
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In all ways, equally. For example, He is every bit as smart as his sister . Also see every little bit helps .
Example Sentences
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Variety’s first review of the act noted, “All they do cannot be detailed, but virtually every bit of it is good for solid laughs.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
But in the second half, England looked every bit like a team that had traveled more than 12,000 miles to play six in three weeks, from Texas to the Northeast to South Florida via Mexico.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
On that view, the statute’s design reveals Congress’ objective every bit as clearly as any dictionary definition.
From Slate ● Jun. 26, 2026
Now, Spain's dominance was reflected on the scoreboard, and they looked every bit like European champions.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
No one was eager to hear of my adventures, which were every bit as exciting as anybody else’s.
From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck
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