Idiom: by all means
Meaning
Idiom: by all means
- definitely, certainly
- used to politely agree with someone or give permission
Example sentences
— By all means, stop by to see us—we will be around all weekend.
— By all means, take another slice of cake if you’d like.
— I told him by all means he could stay at our beach house in July when we're not there.
— A: "Could I have another beer, please? B: "By all means. You don't need to ask."
— A: "May I ask a question?" B: "By all means."
— A: "Excuse me, sir. Would you mind taking our photo? B: "Yes, by all means."
— A: "It's pouring outside!" B: "Here, take my umbrella." A: "Really? I can't do that." B: "By all means, take it. You're wearing a beautiful dress."
— By all means, I'm going to drop by to see you this Saturday.
— You're welcome to use our car if you need it by all means.
— By all means go ahead of me. Please, I insist.
Synonyms
- be my guest
- you bet
- help yourself
Download your free illustrated idioms eBook!
Want to expand your idiom knowledge even further? Download our free eBook, '25 Illustrated Idioms,' to learn more useful expressions with fun visuals that make understanding idioms a breeze. Sign up now to get your free copy!
You might like these idioms
More idioms will be added in the future so check back frequently or sign-up for my free newsletter to learn about new updates to my website.
- Home Page ›
- Idioms List ›
- Idiom: by all means
