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as in usually
according to the usual course of things
after lunch we generally go for a walk
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as in mostly
for the most part
generally, I don't care for raw vegetables
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Recent Examples of generally
Chelation therapy—generally used to remove metals from the body—is ineffective against argyria.
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Ars Technica, 10 Jan. 2025
Idaho’s big-game hunters generally think that modern hunting technology in the form of conventional optics and firearms, digital mapping services, and even ATVs and side-by-sides is acceptable.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
The rally entails slow and steady sailing, taking advantage of the trade winds to go downwind, generally in warm climates.
—Helen Iatrou, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
This system generally includes four stages: collecting feedback analyzing it and turning it into data
applying and testing it out
following up with customers
Given how technologies are developing, much of this loop can be automated — and soon, perhaps, virtually all of it.
—Tomas Gorny, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Ars Technica, 10 Jan. 2025
Idaho’s big-game hunters generally think that modern hunting technology in the form of conventional optics and firearms, digital mapping services, and even ATVs and side-by-sides is acceptable.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
The rally entails slow and steady sailing, taking advantage of the trade winds to go downwind, generally in warm climates.
—Helen Iatrou, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
This system generally includes four stages: collecting feedback analyzing it and turning it into data
applying and testing it out
following up with customers
Given how technologies are developing, much of this loop can be automated — and soon, perhaps, virtually all of it.
—Tomas Gorny, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for generally
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But interest rate cuts usually influence the economy after a lag of several months, meaning the recent lowering of rates likely had little impact on holiday spending.Max Zahn, ABC News, 7 Jan. 2025
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Streaming services are usually a small part of any budget and flights and hotels are typically the most expensive travel costs, so the Citi Strata Premier is likely to be more rewarding for most people.Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025
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The filing also notes that coverage of her went from largely neutral to mostly negative from August onward.Monica Hunter-Hart, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The Chinese claims have led to disputes with U.S. allies across the region, but mostly with the Philippines, which Washington has had a defense pact with for decades.Brad Dress, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
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Opponents in New York say this is just a cash grab – another tax that will hurt mainly working people.Mo Rocca, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2025
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Despite limited powers, many believe the presidential position is key for the political balance of power in a country mainly governed by the Croatian Democratic Union, or HDZ, since gaining independence from Yugoslavia in 1991.Saša Kavić, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
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Even when taken in large amounts, it is typically considered safe since the body does not retain excess B12.2 Investigate underlying conditions: Elevated levels often point to medical issues like liver or kidney disease.1 Further testing: Additional blood work may be needed to identify the cause.Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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Customers are typically willing to pay a premium for instant access to items, especially in high-traffic areas like airports, gyms or office buildings.Aslak de Silva, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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The intelligence report, written chiefly by the CIA, appeared to close the book on Havana syndrome.Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2025
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The Main Zenbook Updates: New Guts for the Duo and Zenbook 14 The Zenbook A14 has the most going for it as a unique proposition, given its price and quality level, while these next two are chiefly component refreshes on existing designs.Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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To maintain a primarily neutral color scheme, opt for creamy shades of white and metallics like rose gold to add richness and warmth to the coolness of sage green.Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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Aging takes place primarily in ex-bourbon and ex-whiskey oak barrels.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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What To Know Lebanon's nuanced internal politics are impacted by shifting factions and alliances largely consisting of leaders who participated in the country's devastating 15-year civil war that ended in 1990, making presidential elections difficult.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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West was once worth as much as $2 billion in 2022, according to Forbes’ estimates, largely because of his Yeezy partnership with Adidas.Conor Murray, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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The scandal generated controversy after allegations in U.K. broadsheet The Times that the victims were dismissed by the authorities over fears their allegations, predominantly against South Asian men, would stoke racial tension.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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Alzheimer’s is predominantly a disease of old age, which means that occupations with lower life expectancies would be anticipated to have fewer Alzheimer’s related deaths, simply because people may not live to be old enough to develop the disease.Christopher M. Worsham, TIME, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Generally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generally. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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