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(at) all hours
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at any given hour, particularly a time that is late
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "all hours" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "all hours" are rooted in the concept of time and the measurement of hours. The phrase evolved as a way to describe activities or situations that occur without restriction or limitation regarding specific hours of the day or night. It is often employed to describe instances where someone is constantly engaged in a task, available for assistance, or working diligently without regard for normal working hours.
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The café was open until all hours, catering to night owls and insomniacs with a craving for coffee.
If they want to succeed, they will have to work at all hours to meet their ambitious goals.
They worked all hours to complete the project before the deadline.
The enemy forces harried our troops, launching surprise attacks at all hours.
She worked on her research project till all hours of the day and night, determined to meet the deadline.
