all and sundry

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/ˌɔːl ən ˈsʌn.dri/
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Everyone, without regard to who they are.
Practice using all and sundry in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • She told all and sundry about the dispute.
  • I do not want all and sundry reading my notes.
  • He invited all and sundry to the launch.
  • The garden was open to all and sundry.
  • He repeated the rumour to all and sundry.

Similar words

one and all
everybody
everyone

Meanings

Every single person

people
neutral
Refers broadly to everyone, often with a hint that too many people are being included.

Examples

  • She told all and sundry about the dispute.
  • The garden was open to all and sundry.
  • He invited all and sundry to the launch.
  • I do not want all and sundry reading my notes.
  • He repeated the rumour to all and sundry.

Similar words

everyone
everybody
one and all

Etymology

Sundry means various or separate. together with all it reinforces the idea of every person.

FAQ

What does all and sundry mean?

All and sundry means everyone without distinction.

When is all and sundry used?

It may suggest that far more people are included than desirable.

How does all and sundry differ from everyone?

Everyone is neutral. all and sundry is more colourful and can sound critical.

How is all and sundry used in a sentence?

She told all and sundry about the dispute.

Is all and sundry formal?

It is an established idiom, not especially formal.

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