the general public

noun

: all the people of an area, country, etc.
The park is open to the general public.

Examples of the general public in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The historic occurrence has generated much excitement among experts, bug enthusiasts and the general public. Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2024 Our current assessment of the risk to the general public health is low. Helen Branswell, STAT, 3 May 2024 For now, Ostrosky said the general public should not be concerned. Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 3 May 2024 Meanwhile, other groups are working to arm the general public with tools to combat deepfakes. Fahad Shah, The Christian Science Monitor, 3 May 2024 Regulators and the general public have raised questions about Boeing’s safety practices, and the company has become the focus of numerous federal investigations, as well as Congressional scrutiny. Lucas Ropek / Gizmodo, Quartz, 2 May 2024 The university previously prohibited investment in assault weapon retailers that facilitate sales to the general public. Solcyré Burga, TIME, 2 May 2024 The sale, announced Wednesday, runs from May 8 to May 14 for the general public. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2024 Gabriel denied the request, saying that if the general public is allowed in the courtroom that uniformed officers are as well. James Hartley, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 May 2024

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“The general public.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20general%20public. Accessed 8 May. 2024.

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