In general
Example: In general, cats like to sleep during the day.
Definition
"In general" is an adverbial phrase used to indicate something that is true most of the time or in most cases, without focusing on specific exceptions. It suggests a broad or overall truth, as in the example: "In general, cats like to sleep during the day."
Etymology
The phrase "in general" comes from the Latin word 'generalis,' meaning 'pertaining to a whole class or kind.' Over time, it evolved into the English expression used to describe something commonly or usually true, without emphasizing particular details or exceptions.
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"In general" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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