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all things considered

The correct spelling is all things considered.

How to pronounce all things considered

adverb

Say it like: All- th-ing-s c-ons-ide-red

The correct spelling is all things considered. (modal) Generally speaking; in terms of the big picture. For example: "Of course some areas are more dangerous than others, but all things considered Glasgow is quite a safe place to live."

Usage Examples

Of course some areas are more dangerous than others, but all things considered Glasgow is quite a safe place to live.

Though only a few people attended the premiere, all things considered the play was rather a success.

Although rationing was strict, they had a couple of chickens and a vegetable patch and they ate well, all things considered.

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.(modal) Generally speaking; in terms of the big picture.
  2. 2.(modal) Despite possible indications to the contrary.
  3. 3.(modal) Within the constraints of the situation.

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