Idiom "all over"

 

all over: idiomatic phrase.

1. all over: in every part; everywhere.

Example

"I have looked for my keys all over the house. I could finally find them under the table. Isn't it stupid?"

2. all over: in every way; completely.

Example

"He act like his father all over." He acts like he is father in every way.

3. all over: being in position of taking possession of somebody, place or thing.

Example:

"Do not spoil your students because they will be all over you if you sound like too soft or nice."

 

 

 

 

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