English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i've been looking all over for you" Mean?

Learn what "i've been looking all over for you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Thank goodness you're here. I've been looking all over for you. Where have you been?

This means the speaker has been trying to find the other person for some time.

From Cleopatra, Episode 5

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker is saying they have been searching for the other person.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you finally find someone after searching for them. It sounds natural in everyday conversation and is common in spoken English.

Better ways to say it

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I've been looking all over for you.
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I've been looking for you.
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I've been searching for you.

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