Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

all-over-again

phrase
/ɔːlˈoʊ.vər əˈɡɛn/
Definition
A colloquial term referring to something that happens repetitively or is experienced again from the beginning.
Examples
  • After failing the exam, I felt like I had to go through all-over-again to grasp the concepts.

  • Building the project from the ground up felt like starting all-over-again.

  • When you face a setback, it can feel discouraging, like you’re starting it all-over-again.

Meaning
The phrase ‘all-over-again’ is often used to describe a situation where an event or experience is repeated completely, as if starting from scratch.
Synonyms
  • once more

  • again

  • anew