By/from all accounts Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Common Agreement Use when there's wide agreement or the same opinion is shared by many people. By all accounts, the movie was a blockbuster hit. Pro Tip 2/3Not Individual It doesn't reflect a personal perspective, but a collective viewpoint. By all accounts, the exam was difficult for everyone. Pro Tip 3/3Subjectivity Possible Despite 'all accounts', the phrase often relies on the speaker's knowledge and circles. By all accounts, she's the best teacher in our school.