all the same
Idioms-
Also, all one . Equally acceptable, making no difference. For example, If it's all the same to you I'd prefer the blue car , or Hot or cold, it's all one to me . [Late 1700s]
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Also, just the same . Nevertheless, still. For example, John wants to stay another week, but I'm going home all the same , or Even if you vote against it, this measure will pass just the same . [c. 1800]
Example Sentences
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It’s easy to place three dots all the same distance from each other—just use an equilateral triangle.
From Slate • Jun. 22, 2026
But the couple are taking no chances all the same.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
“But the driving around and the going to parties — it was all the same stuff.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
Since this collision, I have discovered suffering is all the same.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
“Well, let’s hope you never believe it, then,” I said, “because I’d rather not go on trial if it’s all the same to you. So chill for a second, will you? I need to think.”
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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