in all
Definition
Adverb 1. In total, altogether, considering everything: Used to indicate the sum total or final amount when all items or parts are included.
Usage
- This adverb is used to give a final sum or a concluding statement that encompasses everything previously mentioned.
- It typically appears at the end of a sentence or clause.
- It functions as a summarizing phrase.
Examples
- How much do I owe you in all?
- There were twenty guests in all at the party.
- The project took six months in all.
Advanced Usage
- "In all probability": Very likely, almost certainly. (This is a fixed adverbial phrase where "in all" modifies "probability").
- In all probability, the meeting will be postponed.
- "In all honesty/seriousness": Used to emphasize that one is being completely truthful or sincere.
- In all honesty, I didn't understand the instructions.
Variants and Related Words
- Altogether: (adverb) Completely; in total.
- All told: (adverb) With everything or everyone included.
- In total: (adverbial phrase) As a sum total.
Synonyms
- Altogether
- All told
- In total
- Collectively
- Summed up
Related Phrases
- All in all: Considering everything, on the whole. (This phrase is used to give a general conclusion or assessment).
- All in all, it was a successful trip.
Adverb
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with everything included or counted
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altogether he earns close to a million dollars
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