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all things considered

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3 meanings of all things considered

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  1. 1
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    Looking at the whole picture instead of just one part of it.

    All things considered, this town is a good place to raise kids.

    The trip went well, all things considered, even with all the rain.

    Similaroverall, generally, mostly, mainly, largely

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    Thinking about all the problems someone had to deal with at the time.

    All things considered, she handled the emergency remarkably well.

    The crew finished on time, all things considered, with so little money to work with.

    Similarconsidering, nevertheless, otherwise

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    Even though some signs seem to point the other way.

    All things considered, I still think the plan will work.

    He's reliable, all things considered, whatever the rumors might say.

    Similarreally, actually, truly, honestly, indeed

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