all things considered
idiom
: when all the good and bad parts of something are thought of
All things considered, we're pleased with how the project turned out.
It was a pretty good vacation, all things considered.
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Living costs in California, all things considered, are the highest in the nation.
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Scott Cohn, CNBC, 11 July 2025
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—Mark Littler, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
Whether that is still the case next season remains to be seen, but all things considered, Enciso’s loan has worked out pretty well for everyone.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 May 2025
In many ways, this full-size four-door feels quite nimble from behind the steering wheel—all things considered, and especially given the 6,610-pound curb weight.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
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Scott Cohn, CNBC, 11 July 2025
Personally, Johnnie Walker Black Label is the best in the range for me all things considered.
—Mark Littler, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
Whether that is still the case next season remains to be seen, but all things considered, Enciso’s loan has worked out pretty well for everyone.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 May 2025
In many ways, this full-size four-door feels quite nimble from behind the steering wheel—all things considered, and especially given the 6,610-pound curb weight.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
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“All things considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/all%20things%20considered. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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