all sorts of
Meaning(s)
1. a variety of
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
there were all sorts of things, tried all sorts of stuff
Analysis
This is a collective noun used to describe a collection of things or a variety of things: "The shop is famous for stocking all sorts of antiques." Similar expressions include 'a bunch of', 'a host of' and 'a variety of'.
Social Examples (Basic)
- The buffet had all sorts of food, from Mexican to Japanese.
- I tried all sorts of stuff to help me sleep, including warm milk and lullabies.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- Let me show you around the office. There are all sorts of people working here, from lots of different countries and with a variety of backgrounds.
- This department deals with all sorts of client queries and technical support.