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All things considered
adv
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Adverb
- 1 Generally speaking; in terms of the big picture. idiomatic, modal, not-comparable
"Of course some areas are more dangerous than others, but all things considered Glasgow is quite a safe place to live."
- 2 Despite possible indications to the contrary. idiomatic, modal, not-comparable
"Though only a few people attended the premiere, all things considered the play was rather a success."
- 3 Given the constraints of the situation; relative to what would have been understandable. idiomatic, modal, not-comparable
"Although rationing was strict, they had a couple of chickens and a vegetable patch and they ate well, all things considered."
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