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in general
referring to the entire class being discussed; speaking of the entire range of possibilities; in most situations or circumstances. I like vegetables in general, but not beets. In general, I prefer a hotel room on a lower floor, but will take a higher room if it's special.
in general
1. in most cases
In general, women live longer than men. Related vocabulary:
at large 2. as a whole He wrote about drama, art, literature, and the cultural scene in general.
in general
1. Referring to a group of persons or a subject as a whole, as opposed to particular ones. For example,
I am speaking about contracts in general, or
Girls in general mature at a younger age than boys. [Late 1300s] For an antonym, see
in particular.
2. For the most part; commonly, usually. For example, In general the children behaved very well, or Our winters are quite mild in general. [Early 1700s]