above all

adverb

: before every other consideration : especially

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Also, again: Please consider the three weeks that put your sport above all others in this country and the people who make that possible. Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 10 July 2025 Once the introductions conclude, and the occasion is marked by more sacred singing and circle dancing, Thomas sheds light on his confusing claim that Solomon reigned above all others. Mary Jo Bang july 9, Literary Hub, 9 July 2025 Photo and video editors have an entirely different set of needs and should look for something with moderate processing power and, above all, a bright, colorful and accurate display. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2025 And, maybe above all, hate the possible catalyst behind every decision — from slapping the window to finding the rock to going back to the bar to throwing it through that specific window. Jack Albright, jsonline.com, 8 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for above all

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of above all was in the 14th century

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“Above all.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/above%20all. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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