the general public
noun
: all the people of an area, country, etc.
The park is open to the general public.
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The new customizable Liquid Glass interface is available with iOS 27, available for public beta in July and to the general public later this fall.
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Greta Cross, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Some Republican politicians say that universities are elitist, woke organizations that are out of touch with the general public and lack value for most people.
—Heather McCambly, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
The show will feature interviews, comedy bits as well as music and segments with the general public.
—Peter White, Deadline, 8 June 2026
This document is intended for CNBC Pro subscribers only and is not for distribution to the general public.
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Greta Cross, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Some Republican politicians say that universities are elitist, woke organizations that are out of touch with the general public and lack value for most people.
—Heather McCambly, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
The show will feature interviews, comedy bits as well as music and segments with the general public.
—Peter White, Deadline, 8 June 2026
This document is intended for CNBC Pro subscribers only and is not for distribution to the general public.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for the general public
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“The general public.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20general%20public. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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