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all over the shop
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in many different areas or locations
Dialect
British
British
Idiom
InformalWhat 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.
Examples
Her interests are all over the shop — from art and music to science and literature, she has diverse passions.
The company's advertising strategy was ineffective as it targeted audiences all over the shop instead of focusing on a specific demographic.
