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Generally ˈdʒenrəli Adverb Initiative Considered Success Regarded Important

Word3 generally
WordType (adverb)
Phonetic /ˈdʒenrəli/ /ˈdʒenrəli/
Example
  • the initiative was generally considered a success.
  • he is generally regarded as the most important american painter of his generation.
  • it was not until 1908 that freud's importance began to be generally recognized.
  • the plan was generally welcomed.
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generally

(adverb)/ˈdʒenrəli/ /ˈdʒenrəli/
  1. by or to most people
    • The initiative was generally considered a success.
    • He is generally regarded as the most important American painter of his generation.
    • It was not until 1908 that Freud's importance began to be generally recognized.
    • The plan was generally welcomed.
    • It is generally accepted/agreed/believed that…
    • The new drug will be generally available from January.
    • He was a generally unpopular choice for captain.
  2. in most cases
    • SYNONYM as a rule
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    • I generally get up at six.
    • These systems generally use solar power.
    • The male is generally larger with a shorter beak.
    • Generally speaking, first-time offenders aged 13 and 14 should not be detained in custody.

    Extra Examples

    • Repairs are occasionally needed but generally the machine is quite reliable.
    • Payments are generally made on an annual basis.
    • The symptoms of jet lag are generally worse after eastward flights.
  3. without discussing the details of something
    • Let's talk just about investment generally.
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