as in general
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
his criticism of the picture is fairly nonspecific, but he clearly doesn't like it
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Recent Examples of nonspecific
The first signs are nonspecific, including fever, cough, a runny nose and red eyes.
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Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
This swelling is often accompanied by other nonspecific viral symptoms, including fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue and loss of appetite.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
Medical professional societies hold varying, relatively nonspecific opinions on how often people should eat deli meat.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2026
Universal Friend adopted the name, uniform, and grooming of a nonspecific gender.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
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Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
This swelling is often accompanied by other nonspecific viral symptoms, including fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue and loss of appetite.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
Medical professional societies hold varying, relatively nonspecific opinions on how often people should eat deli meat.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 21 Jan. 2026
Universal Friend adopted the name, uniform, and grooming of a nonspecific gender.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonspecific
Adjective
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Other Carolina Panthers’ contract extensions Coker’s contract extension is the latest handed out by general manager Dan Morgan during his three-year tenure.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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The reports are expected to examine ways to reduce the cost burden on the city’s general fund.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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The findings indicate that bird-watching and similar hobbies may support overall brain health, though researchers stop short of saying the activity definitively halts cognitive decline.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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However, overall cast diversity in streaming films declined in 2025.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Jackson will now look to reunite a Republican Party left battered by the most expensive and divisive gubernatorial primary in Georgia history, while also trying to convince a broader electorate that a healthcare executive with no political experience is prepared to lead Georgia.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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The investigation has also prompted broader questions about the bridge itself and how the site was being used.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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“Nonspecific.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonspecific. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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