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as in general
belonging or relating to the whole
the overall view seems to be that we're doing fine economically
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as in broad
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
there's an overall similarity in the looks of the models for that chain of clothing stores
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as in prevailing
held by or applicable to a majority of the people
the overall mind-set among the people in our town seems to be that any increase in taxes is bad
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as in collectively
with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time
reduce the budget overall by 15 percent
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as in mostly
for the most part
overall, this is a good speech, but it could use a little humor
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Recent Examples of overall
Lauren Sommer, NPR, 23 Jan. 2025
In January through the 21st, CNN’s overall primetime viewership is down 13% year over year, according to data from Nielsen, while primetime audiences between 25 and 54 — the demographic coveted most by advertisers — fell 3%.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
Erik Kain, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Phonetics On and On, produced by Welsh artist Cate Le Bon, features more varied instrumentation and subtler tones overall, opening up Horsegirl’s world in ways that recall the third Velvet Underground LP and Broadcast’s Tender Buttons.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 9 Jan. 2025
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One analysis found that roughly a quarter of the overall dryness in the Los Angeles area can be attributed to climate change.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 23 Jan. 2025
In January through the 21st, CNN’s overall primetime viewership is down 13% year over year, according to data from Nielsen, while primetime audiences between 25 and 54 — the demographic coveted most by advertisers — fell 3%.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
Adverb
The Shoshone tribe has its share of violent warriors, but overall they’re portrayed as brave and honorable people who simply want to be left alone by all the white settlers, Mormon or otherwise.
—Erik Kain, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Phonetics On and On, produced by Welsh artist Cate Le Bon, features more varied instrumentation and subtler tones overall, opening up Horsegirl’s world in ways that recall the third Velvet Underground LP and Broadcast’s Tender Buttons.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overall
Adjective
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Could general manager Brian Cashman go a different route and add another ace by trading for San Diego Padres hurler Dylan Cease?—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
26 Jan. 2025
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Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman is like the relentless sharp in your fantasy league who always seems a step ahead.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Then, there’s the fact that resistance band exercises can be used in a broad number of settings, Dr. Reiner adds.—
Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2025
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Whether these developments could signal a broader shift in how digital platforms approach their role in political discourse — a change that could have lasting implications for online information access and distribution in the future – remains to be seen.—
Esat Dedezade,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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But mostly, the Commanders’ offense was a scythe, cutting through the Lions’ defense at will, the key cog in the 45-31 win.—
David Aldridge,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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In pictures from the 1965 event, Johnson stands out in striking red among a sea of mostly black suits.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN,
19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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As guests research and book travel, AI agents are able to provide sophisticated recommendations that take a generic vacation and turn it into a one-of-a-kind retreat.—
Adam Deflorian,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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This system is generic enough to be mapped onto any quantum hardware, and it can be made to evolve over time, just as the real-world system does.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Why did the singer, fiercely private, go so public in his support of Donald Trump during his final years, posting furious MAGA missives that horrified many longtime friends and fans?—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
19 Jan. 2025
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Barcelona voiced their public support for Balde on social media while head coach Hansi Flick also commented on the situation in his post-match press conference.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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In terms of cancer, a more supportive—and practical—approach is to up your intake of fruits and vegetables generally (as well as other plant foods like legumes and whole grains), according to the American Cancer Society.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Jan. 2025
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The latter are generally official work obligations that individuals are assigned or request.—
Liz Guthridge,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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Watson looked fine last week against the Houston Texans but was mainly used as part of double-teams on Nico Collins.—
Ted Nguyen,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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The reduction in expenses is mainly due to lower professional fees.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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One popular Alonso pivot for the Mets would include moving Mark Vientos across the diamond from third base to first base.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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The app stopped working for American users shortly before midnight Saturday and was removed from popular app stores.—
Julia Shapero,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Overall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overall. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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