general
Example Sentences
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There was a time when Americans considered the attorney general to be one of the most distinguished, consequential appointments in government.
From Salon
Some Pekingologists say clues pointing to the downfall of He Weidong, who was China’s No. 2 general, were hiding in plain sight even before the party announced his expulsion in October.
"The first half was tough, we weren't comfortable... and in general we did badly," Oyarzabal told Movistar after his team's unbeaten run was brought to an end.
From Barron's
When Nigella Lawson was named as the new judge on the Great British Bake Off, the news was greeted with applause, perhaps a sigh of relief, and a general sense of "oh, of course".
From BBC
It seems an entirely different space to the general despondent economic vibe across much of the country.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
