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as in okay
being to one's liking
it's all right with me if you wear jeans to the party
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2
as in safe
not exposed to the threat of loss or injury
as soon as we heard the rescue helicopter, we knew we were all right
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3
as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
it wasn't a great meal, but it was all right
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as in honorable
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
he's an all right guy, so if he says that's the way it happened, I believe him
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as in good
in a satisfactory way
if everything goes all right, I should be back in a day or two
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2
as in yes
used to express agreement
all right, I'll try one tiny bite of octopus
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3
as in definitely
without any question
he was there all right—I saw him sitting in the back row
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Recent Examples of all right
Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2025
All the deadliest insects from around the globe are all right here, living together in this one backyard in West Bottom, Alabama.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Local sporting clubs and contractors were doing all right.
—Martin McKenzie-Murray, SPIN, 7 Jan. 2025
The Chargers puffed their chest, all right, with a defense which allowed just three points in the final two quarters after surrendering points in Denver’s first three possessions.
—Jay Paris, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Kindred does it all right: Excellent service, a buzzy bar with one-of-a-kind cocktails, beautiful decor that preserves the history of the original building, and a menu that is simple but rich with character.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2025
All the deadliest insects from around the globe are all right here, living together in this one backyard in West Bottom, Alabama.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Local sporting clubs and contractors were doing all right.
—Martin McKenzie-Murray, SPIN, 7 Jan. 2025
The Chargers puffed their chest, all right, with a defense which allowed just three points in the final two quarters after surrendering points in Denver’s first three possessions.
—Jay Paris, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for all right
Adjective
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Interest in buying gold can rise sharply in times of uncertainty, as anxious investors seek safe havens for their money.—
TIME,
TIME,
14 Mar. 2025
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Plus, the inner layer is machine-washable, to keep your skin safe.—
Kristine Thomason,
Vogue,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Historical performance shows balanced portfolios—whether in percentage form or within the risk bucket construct—have recovered losses during recessions in adequate time.—
Chris Carosa,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Former President Joe Biden, as part of his signature agenda to combat climate change, set a goal that half of all new vehicles sold in the U.S. by 2030 would be electric, which also meant having an adequate, reliable nationwide charging infrastructure by then.—
Bob Woods,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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After his honorable discharge from the Marine Corps, Quang enjoyed a successful pharmaceutical sales stint as a top producer for Astra/Merck and then Genentech.—
Quang X. Pham,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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This courageous display helped convince the West that providing Ukraine arms aid was honorable and beneficial.—
Ihor N. Stelmach,
Hartford Courant,
22 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Ours is set in a modern world while subverting the audiences expectations given the character has personified good since its inception.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 May 2024
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Ethics and dangers are obvious concerns, but it shouldn’t be overlooked that AI has the potential to do profound good beyond pithy conversation with some chatbot.—
Steven Aquino,
Forbes,
13 Nov. 2023
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What makes Kylie Jenner's glossy French nails so special and how to recreate them: A pastel pink is definitely one of the spring colors for 2025.—
Lena Raab,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2025
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Allen definitely deserved that money after winning NFL MVP last season and leading the Bills to their fifth consecutive division title.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The breach revealed that their products were being used for human rights abuses, despite claims of ethical oversight.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Next up is a spotlight on industry ethics, workers’ rights and representation, addressing systemic challenges such as fair pay, ethical production practices and the evolving role of women in the industry.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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If the answer to all three of these questions is yes, then speed is critical.—
Starr Million Baker,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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The answer is yes, according to Orange County Registrar of Voters Bob Page, who reviewed the footage and related documents.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Orange County Register,
23 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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When Lady Gaga releases a new album, the world pays attention, and that has certainly been the case with Mayhem.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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That was certainly part of the conversation when the team, after losing Joe Musgrove to Tommy John surgery, talked with Morejón in November to assess and discuss options for 2025.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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“All right.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20right. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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