by all means

The phrase "by all means" is commonly used to express strong agreement, permission, or encouragement in various contexts.

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Definition

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(informal)Used to express strong agreement or confirmation.

Example

  • Do you need help with that? By all means, I'm happy to assist.

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(informal)Used to grant permission or approval.

Example

  • Can I borrow your book? By all means, go ahead.

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(informal)Used to emphasize that something should definitely be done.

Example

  • You should visit the new museum, by all means.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "by all means":

by any meansby all accountson all countsby rightby any chancemight as wellall the wayafter allof all things