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

Schlereth, a former Pro Bowl guard, did not agree with the penalty in general, as Brewer was grabbing Raiders defensive tackle Folorunso Fatukasi’s jersey in the chest area. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026

Was Beyoncé’s Lemonade medley a new high point for award-show performances in general? — Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 17 Sep. 2026

Some of his fellow Republicans objected to the viral post, while UT officials vaguely praised their student body in general. — Jason Kirk, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Delaware state law dictates that state and local primaries be held the second Tuesday after the first Monday in September in general election years, pushing the primary back into the third week of September this year. — Caroline Linton, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above