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all over

idiom
Meaning

This means something is everywhere in a particular place or is covering a surface completely. You often use it to describe a mess or something that has spread widely.


Examples
SIMPLE

The children left their toys all over the floor.

CONTEXTUAL

After the storm, there were broken tree branches scattered all over the neighborhood streets.

COMPLEX

The artist splashed vibrant paint all over the canvas, creating a chaotic yet beautiful scene that captured the intensity of her emotions.

Last updated April 22, 2026