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Generally definition

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Generally is defined as usually or for the most part.

An example of generally used as an adverb is in the sentence, "He generally gets to work around 9:30 a.m.," which means that he usually gets to work around 9:30.

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In a general way or sense; without reference to details or individual cases; not specifically.
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For the most part.

A generally boring speech.

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To or by most people; widely; popularly; extensively.

A generally accepted usage.

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It is generally known that the Earth is round.

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As a rule; usually.

I generally have a walk in the afternoon.

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Generally speaking …

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Popularly; widely.

Generally known.

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Without reference to particular instances or details; not specifically.

Generally speaking.

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As a rule; usually.

The child generally has little to say.

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In most instances; usually; as a rule.
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Origin of generally

Generally Sentence Examples

  • You are fortunate, for the latter are generally the stronger!

  • Alex's sister generally had an opinion about everything, so it was no surprise that Katie had one about Lori.

  • Generally speaking, if something sounded too good to be true, it usually was.

  • And that fact is driven home by its generally low price in most locations.

  • Her schoolwork improved, she was responsible about helping out and generally unobtrusive.

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