general
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“In general, we believe investors should remain selective as we expect volatility to remain high,” he added.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
“In general, there is increased interest in on-site generation and off-grid deployments, particularly for new data centers,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
“It’s not a silver bullet but several pieces of silver buckshot,” said John Entsminger, general manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
It was obviously considered both wrong in the general sense and criminally prosecutable.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
“It’s a peace offering. You know, for before,” I said, flapping a hand that I hoped encompassed twelve years of general rudeness and animosity.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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