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/ɔːl əv/

A phrase used to refer to the entirety or the complete amount of something

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All of my friends love hiking in the mountains.He completed all of the tasks by the given deadline.All of these problems must be solved before launch.

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Each of

/iːtʃ ɒv/

Refers to every single one in a group or category when considered individually

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Each of the candidates submitted their resumes.Each of the paintings was more beautiful than the last.Three kittens were adopted, and each of them has a home.

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All of is used when referring to the entire group as a single entity.
Each of emphasizes individual members within a group.
All of includes every member together, without exception.
Each of implies considering members one by one.
Use all of for a whole group; use each of for focusing on individuals.

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