Across the board

Common synonyms include: across-the-board, all, all put together, all-comprehensive, all-inclusive, altogether.

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Adverb

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1
Pertaining to all categories or things. idiomatic
"[…]in favor of a straight across-the-board salary increase[…]"
2
Having an equal amount staked on a competitor placing first, second, or third.
3
Of a move or sequence of play, made in response to developments occurring in the game, as opposed to pre-planned or according to theory.

"[…]in favor of a straight across-the-board salary increase[…]"

Originated with horse racing, where an "across the board" bet was one which covered first, second and third on the betting board.