Adverb
He made a few mistakes but did well overall. Overall, the project was successful.Adjective
your overall score after two rounds
His mistake didn't change my overall impression of him.
Your overall health is sound.
She likes the overall quality of the product.
The scratch didn't affect the car's overall appearance.
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Adverb
The Dodgers came to New York in the midst of a season-long five-game losing streak, and a 7-9 record in their last 16 games overall.—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2024 Though larger overall than is typical for a luxury ship, Silver Nova is spacious and uncrowded, offering more elbow room per passenger than almost any other cruise vessel.—David Swanson, Travel + Leisure, 27 May 2024
Noun
The Portland Trail Blazers, a 1970 expansion franchise that had never reached the playoffs, selected him No. 1 overall in the 1974 NBA Draft.—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2024 The 19-month-old looked adorable in a white and yellow sweater under a pair of white overalls.—Raven Brunner, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
Adjective
The back of the chair is generously padded to alleviate back pain and overall irritation, while the seat itself is equipped to support up to 400 pounds thanks to the stainless steel frame and ultra-thick fabric.—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2024 Daily meditation practice has been credited with relieving stress, better sleep, less anxiety, and overall happiness.—Zayda Rivera, Parents, 29 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for overall
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