generalities

Example Sentences

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To deal in sweeping generalities a moment, the Palisade is significantly more comfortable, more spoiling and more generous than the Grand Highlander Hybrid, for about the same money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

By contrast, if someone hasn't actually stayed at, say, the hotel they are reviewing, or didn't dine at the restaurant they are writing about, they'll use abstract generalities loosely related to the experience.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2024

When Ms Harris did turn to policy details, she spoke in generalities.

From BBC • Aug. 23, 2024

Allen speaks in generalities about the delay but is candid about not knowing a date.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2024

For particulars, as every one knows, make for virtue and happiness; generalities are intellectually necessary evils.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley