across-the-board

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There are hundreds and hundreds of athletes across the board, and although we all came from a world of gatekeeping, it’s just not that anymore.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Microsoft’s recent quarterly numbers were up briskly almost across the board.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Chief Executive Sebastian Siemiatkowski said Klarna’s first quarter was strong across the board, as its payment solutions continue to gain share and its network continues to expand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Alborough, who works in comedy full-time, said pay issues were common across the board.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“White always plays first in chess,” said Ron, peering across the board.

From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling