generally
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gen·er·al·ly

adverb \ˈjen-rə-lē, ˈje-nə-, ˈje-nər-lē\

Definition of GENERALLY

: in a general manner: as
a : in disregard of specific instances and with regard to an overall picture <generally speaking>
b : as a rule : usually

Examples of GENERALLY

  1. He talked generally about his plans.
  2. I had a generally good day.
  3. It generally takes about a month for the shipment to arrive.
  4. When stocks are up, bonds are generally down.
  5. This town is generally regarded as a good place to raise kids.

First Known Use of GENERALLY

14th century

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