in general
Example Sentences
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We know that diseases can and do spread easily between people on cruises, but how much worse they are than in general life is hard to evaluate for sure.
From Slate • May 16, 2026
Levine said recent studies show that a lower sperm count is associated with higher morbidity — meaning a low sperm count can be a marker of poor health in general.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
She also eats out less in general, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
Baseman speaks enthusiastically about his work in general, but becomes more animated when talking about cats.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Yeah, she was being weird about him making a call earlier, and, okay fine, has been weird about the phone in general, especially when it comes to Dad.
From "Clean Getaway" by Nic Stone
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