Location & Placement

in a state of extreme excitement or confusion

When she won the lottery, she was head over heels with excitement and couldn't believe her good fortune.

to make a mistake, particularly in judging the amount of something

I overshot the mark and added too much salt to the recipe.

roads and streets that exist in a particular area

She embarked on a journey to explore the highways and byways of Europe, visiting both well-known cities and hidden gems.

a state in which one does not understand the current situation due to being completely detached from reality

If Tom thinks he'll be able to live off his bad poetry, he's living in la-la land!

in many places or areas

After the party, empty cups and plates were left all over the joint, creating a mess.

in many different areas or locations

Her interests are all over the shop—from art and music to science and literature, she has diverse passions.

by the route that is shortest and most direct

From here to the office, it's about 20 miles as the crow flies, but it's more like 30 miles by car since you have to wind around the mountain.

in a way that is instant and has no delay

She handles customer inquiries on the spot, providing immediate assistance.

in many different places

She searched for her missing keys here and there, checking every room in the house.