for all problems
for all (one's) (something)
In spite of the negative trait or issue the speaker is discussing. In this construction, the speaker indicates a specific person, followed by a problem or shortcoming they have experienced or exhibit. Yeah, she's not remotely punctual, and she gripes a lot, but for all her shortcomings, Elisa is a really great manager—her employees just love her. For all our difficulties buying a house, we still managed to get one that we absolutely love.
See also: all
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
for all someone's problems
in spite of a person's problems (as specified). For all her complaining, she still seems to be a happy person. For all my aches and pains, I'm still rather healthy.
See also: all, problem
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- Have I made myself clear?
- Go ahead, make my day
- Go ahead, make my day.
- GAMMD
- a little bird
- first world problem
- follow the crowd
- follow/go with the crowd
- churro
- bone to pick, have a