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

In fact, sports fans in general were baffled that Dončić would be teaming up with LeBron James out west, while the Mavericks traded away their franchise cornerstone. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026

This government, which is waging an open war on culture in general, is, in my opinion, a fascist government, an enemy of culture, one that has no cultural politics whatsoever. — Roberto Prieto, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026

Designers appeared to be energized about their upcoming fashion shows and New York, in general. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

The country audience — and the country, in general — is more frequently, and with more intentionality, choosin’ women. — Tom Roland, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above