all that
The phrase "all that" is versatile in English, often used in informal contexts to convey different levels of emphasis or quality.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)Everything of the kind mentioned or implied.
Example
- He brought snacks, drinks, and all that for the party.
B2Informal
(slang, American)Particularly impressive, attractive, or desirable.
Example
- This new phone is all that!
B2Negative Constructions
(informal, idiomatic)Not very or to a lesser extent.
Example
- She isn't all that interested in the concert.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "all that":
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