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as in overall
belonging or relating to the whole
a general increase in postage rates there's been a general improvement in the economy
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as in broad
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
gave the general impression of being kindhearted a general course of study in American history
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as in prevailing
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
it was the general opinion that the politician was a liar the general mood of the nation was one of hope and optimism
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as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
a new kitchen tool of general usefulness a general education
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Recent Examples of general
Diane Gensler, Baltimore Sun, 26 May 2025
Nancy Preis, Opera in the Ozarks general director, will describe the new, state-of-the-art theater built with funds from the Walton Family Foundation at Inspiration Point outside Eureka Springs.
—Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 25 May 2025
James Stavridis, Twin Cities, 24 May 2025
Indeed, far from deterring the Pakistani military, India’s attacks may suggest to the generals that their provocative strategy is working.
—Aqil Shah, Foreign Affairs, 23 May 2025
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This misguided individual, as well as others, hold a general population accountable for the actions of an entire nation.
—Diane Gensler, Baltimore Sun, 26 May 2025
Nancy Preis, Opera in the Ozarks general director, will describe the new, state-of-the-art theater built with funds from the Walton Family Foundation at Inspiration Point outside Eureka Springs.
—Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 25 May 2025
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Ursula von der Leyen, the leader of the European Union, and the new secretary general of NATO, former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, recognize that the moment is critical.
—James Stavridis, Twin Cities, 24 May 2025
Indeed, far from deterring the Pakistani military, India’s attacks may suggest to the generals that their provocative strategy is working.
—Aqil Shah, Foreign Affairs, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for general
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And this Elevation Plus Backpack, 30 percent off, continues to be our favorite backpack from Samsonite thus far, thanks to its expansion capabilities, durability, and overall comfort.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2025
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The mental health hospital, which received one of the largest cuts in the overall bill, is likely to be at the center of discussions.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 May 2025
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The federal government is also tightening its wallet, unleashing a broad cancellation of federal funding of foreign aid and other programs, especially those that highlight diversity, equity, and inclusion.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
23 May 2025
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And Answers For Friday, May 23 This rise in plush charms and toy-like accessories aligns with a broader cultural movement: the kidult trend.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
22 May 2025
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Create your free account and enjoy unlimited access — free for 7 days.—
Fatima AbdulKarim,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Forbes Human Resources Council is an invitation-only organization for HR executives across all industries.—
Niki Jorgensen,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Estella, the Avangrid executive, said in an interview Monday that the company has had an equal opportunity policy in place since 2015.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
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These can include the Barnum Effect, in which someone accepts vague or generic personality descriptions as specific and accurate to themselves, or confirmation bias, in which a person places too much confidence in information that affirms their existing beliefs.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
25 May 2025
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But because nearly every one of these competitions includes the prospect of a USA-Mexico and/or USA-Canada meeting, the generic pressure to participate is far higher than in your average UEFA Nations League match might be.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Topics include earning passive income online, mastering communication and public speaking skills, acing your job interview, and practical strategies to grow your wealth.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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The effect of this cut will be that fewer students in Florida’s public high schools have access to advanced math classes like AP Calculus AB, which was taken by 16,321 of these students in the school year that just ended (according to the Florida Department of Education).—
Paul Cottle,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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Many complain about a lack of tort reform, unrestricted attorney advertising or litigation funding, all of which contribute significantly to the scam.—
Robert Tyson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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The 2025 unrestricted free agent class has a number of impact players, starting with Marner.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Since its debut, the Mission: Impossible franchise has become a global cultural force, spanning eight films, five directors, and billions in box office revenue.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Television ‘The Last of Us’ director on Ellie and Dina’s relationship: ‘This is not just a crush’ May 4, 2025 The stakes in Season 1 were very clear — get Ellie to where she can be used to make a cure — even if they were subverted in the end.—
Mary McNamara,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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“General.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/general. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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