all over one

all over (someone)

Paying overly close attention to someone or something, often accompanied by unwelcome physical closeness as well. I had barely walked in the door when reporters were all over me for a story. You were all over your sister about her eating habits, but you start pouting when I point out that you had a cupcake for dinner last night! Man, the boss is all over me for that report. Have you got it printed yet?

See also: all, over

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all over one

In close physical contact. For example, Whenever I visit, that dog of Jane's is all over me. [Early 1900s] Also see fall all over one; have it all over one.

See also: all, one, over

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