above all
linking phrase | /above all/
CollocationsINTERMEDIATE
Used to stress the most important point of all.
above all
linking phrase | /above all/
CollocationsINTERMEDIATEUsed to stress the most important point of all.
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Synonyms
most importantly; first and foremost; chiefly
Examples
"Above all, schools should teach students how to think."
"Cities need parks, above all, to improve air quality."
Mnemonic Trick
Above all else, in a ranking.
Source: CollocationsAdded: 10/2/2026
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