Example: By all accounts, the new movie is very exciting.
Definition
"By all accounts" is an expression used to indicate that according to all available information or reports, something is true or accurate. For example, "By all accounts, the new movie is very exciting" means everyone agrees the movie is exciting.
Translations
según todos
volgens iedereen
segons tothom
selon tout le monde
allen Berichten zufolge
Etymology
The phrase "by all accounts" originates from the use of "account" meaning a report or a narrative of events. It dates back to the 16th century when "account" was commonly used to refer to a statement or description. The phrase implies considering all reports or testimonies before forming a conclusion.
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"By all accounts" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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