cover all the bases — to deal with or include all the important aspects of a situation; to prepare for all possibilities
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to deal with or include all the important aspects of a situation; to prepare for all possibilities
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌvər ɔːl ðə ˈbeɪsɪz/
Example Sentences
- The lawyer covered all the bases by preparing for every possible question the judge might ask.
- Mom covered all the bases for my birthday party - she even prepared umbrellas in case it rained!
- The student covered all the bases by studying every chapter, making flashcards, and getting enough sleep before the exam.
cover all the bases
NOUN[/ˈkʌvər ɔːl ðə ˈbeɪsɪz/]
to deal with or include all the important aspects of a situation; to prepare for all possibilities
to deal with or include all the important aspects of a situation; to prepare for all possibilities
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“The lawyer covered all the bases by preparing for every possible question the judge might ask.”
“Mom covered all the bases for my birthday party - she even prepared umbrellas in case it rained!”
“The student covered all the bases by studying every chapter, making flashcards, and getting enough sleep before the exam.”
“The chef covered all the bases by preparing both meat and vegetarian options, but forgot that some people don't like cilantro!”
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