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as in sheer
having no exceptions or restrictions
Grandpa got the all-out support of the family when he decided to remarry at age 72
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as in thorough
trying all possibilities
an all-out effort to break open the door
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as in full steam ahead
with all power or resources being used
went all out for her New Year's Eve party—she even had fireworks!
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Allegra Goodwin and Tamara Qiblawi, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
The Chinese media are going all-out to report this election.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 1 Nov. 2024
Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 8 Oct. 2024
Regardless, our district, with school board majority support, proposed a $150 million Facilities Master Plan redevelopment of four neighborhood blocks, including a pool renovation, all out of scale with neighborhood surroundings and enrollment projections.
—Hanna Kang, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024
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In the first month of its all-out air offensive in Lebanon, which began on September 23, Israeli strikes damaged 34 hospitals, killed 111 emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and hit 107 ambulances, according to data compiled by the Lebanese health ministry.
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Once Matthew Richard of Westlake, Louisiana, lays it all out, though, his goal doesn’t sound so farfetched.
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Zoë Kravitz surely isn’t ready to hang up the sheer looks that have become the bread and butter of her wardrobe.Alice Newbold, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2024
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For the occasion, Biles opted for a floral and sheer dress courtesy of Galia Lahav.Julia Teti, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024
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Inspectors will conduct a more thorough assessment of the bridge once the scene is deemed safe by Cincinnati fire.Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 2 Nov. 2024
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Black Ops 6’s Zombies builds on features introduced in previous games like Black Ops 3 (2015) and Black Ops Cold War (2020), allowing players to put together a comprehensive loadout before jumping into the game and upgrade skills over time with thorough progression systems.Cade Onder, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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The two campaigns’ robust travel schedules are a result in part of the race’s utter unpredictability — and the extreme closeness of the polling in many states.Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
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In his new memoir Sonny Boy, Pacino reminisces on the making of the 1990 comic strip adaptation with utter fondness.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2024
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At The Villages, retirees can really live their best life, choosing to golf on one of its nine- or 18-hole courses, hike its extensive trail network, dine in one of its many restaurants, shop its various plazas, and naturally, hang by its plentiful pools.Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024
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Though his condition was stabilized, he has since been transferred to a rehabilitation center in Omaha to undergo extensive therapy.Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2024
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In just a matter of days, the viral clip has amassed more than 1,650 comments on TikTok, as many people praised Diana's unconditional love.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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But continuing to search for unconditional love may be a set-up for disappointment.Myisha Battle, TIME, 31 Oct. 2024
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The Registrar of Voters said after election night, results will be updated daily at 5 p.m., except weekends, until the counting is complete.Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 6 Nov. 2024
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The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 0.6-acre, complete with a pool for outdoor enjoyment.Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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In fact, their output is consistently suspect, posing a clear danger when they’re used in contexts where the need for rigorous accuracy is absolute, say in healthcare applications.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
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The first part of Perry’s over-the-top thriller series features many unbelievable twists and turns throughout its eight episodes, but none match the absolute delirium of Rain’s arc.Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Thanks to comprehensive smoke-free laws and other tobacco control policies, smoking rates in the United States are at historic low levels, with 11.5% of U.S. adults smoking in 2021.David Stempel, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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The company reported a comprehensive loss of $2.7 million for the quarter, compared to $2.2 million in the previous year.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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“All-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-out. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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