in general

phrase

: for the most part : generally

In general, things are going as planned.

Examples of in general in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Floral motifs in general have been a major part of Jonathan Anderon and Nina Christen’s footwear story at the French house. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026

In video interviews in general, some red flags might include the person moving unusually slowly or not responding to one of your questions, or their visual skipping a beat, Garber says. — Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026

That wild chase through Somerset House only strengthens her reckless determination to get to the bottom of what’s going on with Reed and the Black Doves in general. — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026

Style, aesthetic, and general vibe are much more important to most games and to most interactive and visual media in general than sheer technical achievement. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above