All at once

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adverb

All at the same time, simultaneously.

The fireworks went off all at once.
Visual representation of "all at once" - All at the same time, simultaneously.

Often appears as...

  • happened all at once
  • came all at once
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Group Actions

Used when multiple actions or events occur together, giving a sense of unity or collective occurrence.

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The crowd stood up and cheered all at once.
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Overwhelming Effect

Implies that dealing with several things simultaneously can be intense or overwhelming.

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Questions from the audience hit the speaker all at once.
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Instant Coordination

Highlights perfect timing or coordination when multiple elements sync up exactly at the same point in time.

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The dancers started their routine all at once.
Visual representation of the word "All at once"

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