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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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as in executive
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Recent Examples of general
Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 May 2025
Winkler noted that attempts to regulate AI in general are bound to fail.
—Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 2 May 2025
Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
Caine was an unorthodox choice to be the next most senior-ranking military officer as he was already retired and not a four-star general.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The president long has demonstrated a general disdain for Tinseltown — despite his own past as a reality TV star — especially after its outpouring of support for former Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential run.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 May 2025
Winkler noted that attempts to regulate AI in general are bound to fail.
—Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 2 May 2025
Noun
White tells the story of the Scottish general’s bloody rise to power from his influential wife’s perspective — but through a pulsating soundtrack that includes original songs that span genres including hip-hop, neo-soul, R&B, rock, pop and gospel.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
Caine was an unorthodox choice to be the next most senior-ranking military officer as he was already retired and not a four-star general.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for general
Adjective
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Kidd’s financial contribution will be relatively small in Premier League terms and there will be no change to the overall ownership or day-to-day running of Everton.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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By that point, the Heat was shooting 10 for 36 overall and 2 for 21 on threes, while Cleveland was shooting 23 for 44 overall and 11 for 23 on threes.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While the broader impact of the administration's funding pause remains unclear, the escalating battle has brought many of the university's key research projects, including studies on Alzheimer's disease and cancer treatment, to a halt.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The film's broad cultural influence extends beyond the entertainment industry.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
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Get the latest runway coverage and unlimited digital access to Vogue for $3 $1/month for one year.—
Irene Kim,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2025
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Flash Sale: Get unlimited digital access for $3.33 $1/month for one year.—
Eva Morell,
Architectural Digest,
27 Apr. 2025
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Google sent letters as recently as last week reiterating that its agreements did not prohibit the companies from installing other AI products on new devices, Google executive Peter Fitzgerald testified on Tuesday.—
Jody Godoy,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has transferred broad administrative powers over the Department of the Interior to Tyler Hassen, a former oil executive with ties to Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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That could lead to or exacerbate shortages of certain generic drugs in the U.S., such as sterile injectable drugs commonly used in hospitals.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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Another drug that is sometimes used for itchy dogs is Atopica, generic name is cyclosporine.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
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The move triggered a 21-day public comment period as part of the investigation led by the Commerce Department.—
Maggie Fick,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Schiff and Warren have cited public reports showing that some $TRUMP investors have ties to foreign exchanges or received funds from crypto platforms banned in the U.S., including Binance.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,Kevin Collier,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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One of the team’s starters from last year, Mo Alie-Cox, remains an unrestricted free agent, and the other, Kylen Granson, signed a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Jones will be an unrestricted free agent at the conclusion of this season.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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As a result of Buchanan’s termination, the board has determined to withdraw his nomination for election as a director of the company at the company’s annual shareholders’ meeting to be held on May 14.—
Time,
Time,
2 May 2025
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At the same time, companies are adding higher-level supply-chain executives as companies move their goods sourcing from China to the U.S. or other Asian countries, said Kareem Bakr, managing director of Phaidon International, a recruiting agency.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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“General.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/general. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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