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Grammar fix

by all accounts

according to what people say or report

Used to introduce information that is generally agreed upon or widely reported by others, not just your own opinion or experience.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • By all accounts, the new manager is very approachable and supportive.communication
  • By all accounts, living in a big city can be quite stressful, but it also offers a lot of opportunities for personal and professional growth.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: by all accounts, [clause]

WrongBy all account, she did well.

RightBy all accounts, she did well.

Fixed phrase — 'accounts' (plural).

Patternby all accounts, [clause]

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff According to the unanimous testimony of all available reports, it was a success.

Natural By all accounts, it was a great night.

'Unanimous testimony of available reports' is legalese for a simple hedge.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • by all accounts + report
    it wasshe'sa greatthey did

Don't confuse it

'By all accounts' is used for widely reported information, while 'apparently' is more for things that seem true but may not be widely agreed on.

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