All things considered means taking everything into account. All things considered, it went well.
It admits that not everything was good, which is what makes it honest rather than bland. It usually introduces a verdict that is better than the details deserved.
1phraseall things consideredTaking everything into account.
“All things considered, the week could have gone a great deal worse.”
all things considered is a phrase.
Also accepted in games: on balance, overall
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