all-time

[ awl-tahym ]

adjective

1. never surpassed:

   Production has reached an all-time high.

2. being as specified throughout its history:

   The game’s perfect balance of learning and enjoyment has earned it a place among the all-time gems of the genre.

all-time

adjective

1. informal.
   prenominal unsurpassed in some respect at a particular time

   an all-time record at the Olympics

Word History and Origins

Origin of all-time¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Home prices across Southern California have dipped for three straight months, but remain near their all-time highs, according to Zillow.

From Los Angeles Times

Southern California home prices dipped in October for the third straight month, but values remain near all-time highs and unaffordable for most households.

From Los Angeles Times

Harden, who moved into sole possession of second place on the NBA’s all-time three-pointer list Sunday, still found a way to play nearly 41 minutes despite not feeling well.

From Los Angeles Times

That loss meant Wales have slumped to an all-time results low with the consecutive defeats.

From BBC

Wales sank to an all-time results low in their 143-year international rugby history with a record defeat by Australia in Cardiff.

From BBC