English · Greetings & Phrases
all in all
/ˌɔːl ɪn ˈɔːl/
[/ˌɔːl ɪn ˈɔːl/]
overall; considering everything
Intermediatephrase
Definition
Used to give a summary or general judgment.
Example
All in all, it was a successful trip despite the small problems.
All in all, it was a successful trip despite the small problems.
Etymology
A reduplicated phrase emphasizing totality.
How & Where It’s Used
Introduces a summarizing, overall judgment in speech and writing.