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as in overall
belonging or relating to the whole
a general increase in postage rates there's been a general improvement in the economy
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2
as in broad
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
gave the general impression of being kindhearted a general course of study in American history
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as in prevailing
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
it was the general opinion that the politician was a liar the general mood of the nation was one of hope and optimism
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as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
a new kitchen tool of general usefulness a general education
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Recent Examples of general
Michael M. Rosen, The Washington Examiner, 25 July 2025
There have been many tough clashes between the political decision-makers and the generals, because the Army argues that this is not a primary mission for soldiers to do.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 24 July 2025
Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 6 Aug. 2025
Instead, proceeds are gathered in a general pool of player revenue-sharing.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
This time, however, Tamar aims to seduce the general’s fabulously wealthy, secular, partygoing, supercar-driving, playboy son in an effort to get close to the father, a gambit that badly strains her bond with Milad.
—Michael M. Rosen, The Washington Examiner, 25 July 2025
There have been many tough clashes between the political decision-makers and the generals, because the Army argues that this is not a primary mission for soldiers to do.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 24 July 2025
Noun
Mark August 6, 2025 at 3 p.m. local time down in your calendar for the general onsale.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 6 Aug. 2025
Instead, proceeds are gathered in a general pool of player revenue-sharing.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for general
Adjective
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Derek the outstanding chef, food and beverage supervisor and overall leader of the charge, came from Tao.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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John Wells Productions produces the series in association with Warner Bros. Television, where JWP is under an overall deal.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For him, Dave represents a broader cultural pathology.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
15 Aug. 2025
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If Hezbollah remains resolute, Iran could be seen as regaining influence, with risks of broader regional fallout and possible further U.S. military involvement.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Get unlimited digital access to Vogue including the September issue for $3 $1/month for one year.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 Aug. 2025
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Those companies have virtually unlimited funds and a growing appetite for sports.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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For business and security executives, the question is no longer whether AI infrastructure needs to be secured but, rather, how much exposure exists today and what role leadership must play in addressing it.—
Yuriy Bulygin,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Outgoing Paramount Global executives including Brian Robbins and Chris McCarthy will collect severance payouts.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
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And that’s what separates high-quality scenario work from generic simulation exercises.—
Thomas Posey,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Volumes for its company’s North American food division shrunk 1% in its most recent quarter, continuing a decline in snacking purchases as customers move toward more generic labels than name brands.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Reporter Julie Hinds shares more on the future of public programming in this story.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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The chief's association said the goal of the roundtable is to review the impact of current bail reform policies, promoting consistent sentencing and building transparency and public confidence in the judicial system.—
Cameron Knight,
The Enquirer,
9 Aug. 2025
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The defender is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2026, and another major injury would likely lead the team to move on.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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Phillips is due to earn $13.3 million this season and is eligible to become an unrestricted free agent after the season.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
2 Aug. 2025
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Rachel Israel is a writer and director whose 2017 film Keep the Change, about a romance between two neuro-atypical adults, won best narrative feature at the Tribeca Film Festival, and was a New York Times Critic’s Pick.—
Rachel Israel,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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She was inspired by working with the doc’s director Mariska Hargitay.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
6 Aug. 2025
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“General.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/general. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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