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.
expressionC1common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
By all accounts, the new manager is very approachable and supportive.
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.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: By all account, she did well.
Say: By all accounts, she did well.
Fixed phrase — 'accounts' (plural).
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'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 was
- she's
- a great
- they did