generality
noun
gen·er·al·i·ty
ˌje-nə-ˈra-lə-tē 
plural generalities
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Examples of generality in a Sentence
He spoke in generalities as he discussed his plans for the future.
I noticed the generality of the language he used in discussing his plans.
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Trafficking in generalities rarely leads to universal truth.
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, the desiderata and preconditions mentioned in the UN memo range from glittering generalities about political inclusiveness and human rights to the procedural specifics of setting up the constitution-making process.
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
As artists were increasingly shifting their attention from generalities to specifics, Bertillon’s heirs were learning to see like artists.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Meanwhile, the desiderata and preconditions mentioned in the UN memo range from glittering generalities about political inclusiveness and human rights to the procedural specifics of setting up the constitution-making process.
—Dawn Brancati, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2011
Trump speaks only in generalities about his intentions.
—John Riley, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
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“Generality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/generality. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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generality
noun
gen·er·al·i·ty
ˌjen-ə-ˈral-ət-ē
plural generalities
1
: the quality or state of being general
2
b
: a statement that is unclear or that does not give enough information
3
: the greatest part : bulk
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