Opinions & arguments

one-size-fits-all

designed for everyone despite different needs

A one-size-fits-all approach is intended to work for everyone even though people or situations may need different solutions.

B1 common speech & writing

expression

Hear it in real life

Should every employee follow the same schedule?

Probably not; a one-size-fits-all policy would be unfair.

Play the conversation

A one-size-fits-all study plan does not suit every student.

The mistake everyone makes

Not: This is a one-size-fits-for-all solution.

Say: This is a one-size-fits-all solution.

The fixed phrase ends with “fits-all,” not “fits-for-all.”

Build it

How it fits in a sentence.

a one-size-fits-all approach; a one-size-fits-all solution; one-size-fits-all policies

Your turn: say it out loud

A one-size-fits-all study plan does not suit every student.

Say it out loud two or three times, until it feels like yours.

one-size-fits-all

designed for everyone despite different needs

“A one-size-fits-all study plan does not suit every student.”

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