all-embracing

adjective

ˌȯ-lim-ˈbrā-siŋ How to pronounce all-embracing (audio)
Definition of all-embracingnext
as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points an all-embracing explanation for the great diversity of life on the planet

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Recent Examples of all-embracing This unexpected ending shifts the narrative from military triumph to spiritually discerning and expressing God’s all-embracing love. — Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 29 June 2026 Then as now, his view of music was an all-embracing one that knew no stylistic boundaries. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024 The theme of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, ‘United by Music,’ announced both the annual musical extravaganza’s all-embracing intentions and its status as a joint endeavor. — Mike McCahill, Variety, 14 May 2023 But if life with father was so all-embracing, why then did Daisy Dawes need to tote a gun, or for that matter come here to Eloise’s Night Light to drink, dialogue, and make merry, or meditate three times a week? — Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for all-embracing
  1. comprehensive
  2. panoramic
  3. full
  4. inclusive
Adjective
  • In its comprehensive plan, the city of Eagle identifies the BLM land Bobo is cleaning up as a major component of the Foothills, calling for public lands to be incorporated into a larger open-space and wildlife-corridor network.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026
  • MacGregor has signed contracts with China Merchants Jinling Shipyard to supply comprehensive roll-on/roll-off equipment for the two vessels, marking one of its most extensive scopes for roll-on/roll-off passenger ferries to date.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of comprehensive
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  • The bed is surrounded by an available panoramic array of long windows and offers 35 inches (89 cm) of space between the mattress and headliner, enough for many adults to sit up comfortably.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Vast walls of glass and over 2,000 square feet of wraparound terraces capture panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the downtown skyline.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of panoramic
Adjective
  • The Irish Examiner spoke with a young crafter who described cooking alongside knitting and crochet as some of her most mindful time, because the activities require her full attention.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Parking at Ventura Harbor is free Monday through Thursday, and $10 for a full-day pass Friday through Sunday and on major holidays.
    — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of full
Adjective
  • Off-White’s cachet is indelibly intertwined with Abloh’s legacy, who utilized it as a platform for his inclusive, collective approach to fashion creation — an approach whose ultimate agenda was to further access and inclusion.
    — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Universal accommodations create an inclusive safety net without singling anyone out.
    — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of inclusive

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“All-embracing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all-embracing. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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