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all over the shop
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in many different areas or locations
What is the origin of the idiom "all over the shop" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "all over the shop" is uncertain, but it likely originated from the British English usage of "shop" as a term for a place of business or commerce. The phrase is used figuratively to convey the idea of being scattered, disorganized, or present in multiple areas or locations.