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Meaning: If something is above board, it's been done in a legal and honest way.
For example:
I'm sure the deal was completely above board as I know James well and he'd never do anything illegal or corrupt.
The minister claimed all the appointments were above board and denied claims that some positions had been given to his friends.
Origin: Possibly derived from card playing and the fact that card players who keep their hands above the table (or above "the board") can be seen to be playing honestly, without cheating.
Meaning: If something is across the board, it relates to all without exception.
For example:
The company has promised to increase salaries across the board, so everyone will get a pay rise.
The tax cuts will only apply to low and middle-income families, so they won't be across the board.
Origin: From horse-racing, when bookmakers used to mark up the odds on large boards. An "across the board" bet was one in which equal amounts were bet on the same horse to win, place, or show.
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