as in general
relating to the main elements and not to specific details
a bird's-eye look at the current situation in that part of the world
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Adjective
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This misguided individual, as well as others, hold a general population accountable for the actions of an entire nation.—
Diane Gensler, Baltimore Sun, 26 May 2025
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Oilers general manager Stan Bowman never really tried.—
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And this Elevation Plus Backpack, 30 percent off, continues to be our favorite backpack from Samsonite thus far, thanks to its expansion capabilities, durability, and overall comfort.—
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The mental health hospital, which received one of the largest cuts in the overall bill, is likely to be at the center of discussions.—
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Guanipa was detained as part of a broader operation that, according to Cabello, has led to the arrest of 38 individuals, including 21 Venezuelans and 17 foreigners.—
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Following the high-level talks in Geneva, Switzerland, earlier this month, both sides issued a rare joint statement to temporarily lower most tariffs on each other’s goods, while working toward a broader agreement.—
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“Bird's-eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bird%27s-eye. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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