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Phrase(s): all the same [and] just the same
nevertheless; anyhow. • They were told not to bring presents, but they brought them all the same. • His parents told him to stay home, but John went out just the same., Phrase(s): all the same (to someone) [and] just the same (to someone)
of no consequence to someone—one way or the other; [of a choice] immaterial to someone. • It’s all the same to me whether we win or lose. • If it’s just the same to you, I’d rather walk than ride. • If it’s all the same, I’d rather you didn’t smoke.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs
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1. Also, all one. Equally acceptable, making no difference. For example, If it's all the same to you I'd prefer the blue car, or Hot or cold, it's all one to me. [Late 1700s] 2. Also, just the same. Nevertheless, still. For example, John wants to stay another week, but I'm going home all the same, or Even if you vote against it, this measure will pass just the same. [c. 1800]
American Heritage Idioms