Meaning of the word "by all means" in English

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by all means

US /"baɪ ɔːl miːnz"/
UK /"baɪ ɔːl miːnz"/
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Idiom

1.

used to express permission or agreement

Example:
“May I borrow your pen?” “By all means.”
If you need help, by all means, ask.
2.

used to emphasize that something should be done or is true

Example:
You must by all means finish your homework before watching TV.
We need to succeed by all means possible.
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