This is lesson 1 from Idiom Part 4. Each idiom is followed by its definition and examples. After you learn them, you can use them in your daily conversation.
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English Idiom Part 4- Lesson 1- Idioms Using “All”
1- All yours = You can take it or have it; I’m done with it.
I’ve finished with the computer, it’s all yours now.
2- All for = Completely in favor of something.
I’m all for starting the meeting early if it helps us finish on time.
3- All year round = Throughout the entire year.
This resort is open all year round for tourists.
4- Not at all = Used to emphasize a negative; also a polite way to say “you’re welcome.”
Thank you for your help!” – “Not at all, happy to assist.”
5- By all means = Certainly; go ahead.
By all means, borrow the book if you need it.
6- By all accounts = According to what everyone says.
By all accounts, she’s an excellent teacher.
7- For all I know = As far as I know; I’m not sure.
For all I know, he might have already left the country.
8- All in all = Considering everything.
All in all, it was a successful event despite the weather.
9- All along = From the beginning.
He knew the answer all along but waited for others to speak.
10- If it’s all the same to you = If you don’t mind; if there’s no difference.
If it’s all the same to you, I’d prefer to meet tomorrow.
11- All of a sudden = Very quickly and unexpectedly.
All of a sudden, the lights went out.
12- When all’s said and done = When everything is taken into account.
When all’s said and done, we made the best decision we could.
13- All go = Very busy or full of activity.
It’s been all go at the office this week with the new project.
14- All being well = If everything goes according to plan.
All being well, we should arrive by 6 PM.
15- All over = Everywhere.
We looked all over for the missing keys.
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