Of all the…
preposition
From all the number or group of something.
Of all the cars I've driven, this one is my favorite.
Often appears as...
- of all the places
- of all the times
preposition
The most extreme or least likely situation, object or person.
Of all the luck, my car broke down two days before the trip.
Often appears as...
- of all the luck
- of all the nerve
preposition
From all the number or group of something.
Of all the cars I've driven, this one is my favorite.
Often appears as...
- of all the places
- of all the times
preposition
The most extreme or least likely situation, object or person.
Of all the luck, my car broke down two days before the trip.
Often appears as...
- of all the luck
- of all the nerve
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Preference Highlight
Use 'of all the' to indicate a favorite or best choice within a group.
Of all the books in the store, this one captured my heart.
Pro Tip 2/3Surprise Element
Shows surprise by highlighting an unlikely choice or occurrence from a group.
Of all the restaurants we tried, that tiny place had the best food!
Pro Tip 3/3Comparative Emphasis
Emphasizes a significant difference when comparing items or experiences.
Of all the cities I've visited, Rome had the most charm.
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