all things considered
Generally speaking; in terms of the big picture.
Of course some areas are more dangerous than others, but all things considered Glasgow is quite a safe place to live.
ADJ.
aldous, all, beautiful, horrible, impossible, next, substantial, unacceptable
It was considered impossible to finish the project in just two weeks.
VERB + CONSIDERED
line, matter, request
We decided to put the matter on hold and reconsider it next week.
CONSIDERED + NOUN
genius, opinion, problem, proposal, we'll
She is considered a genius in the field of mathematics and physics.
PREP.
from, until
The project was considered from multiple angles before they made a final decision.
ADV.
carefully, finally
She carefully considered whether to accept the job offer before making her decision.