generalized

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Recent Examples of generalized And a generalized grievance does not provide standing in federal court. Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025 The Power of Purpose in Early Development Purpose, as defined in psychological research, is a stable and generalized intention to accomplish something meaningful to the self and of consequence to the world beyond the self. Laurel Donnellan, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025 These are more targeted and surely more effective expenditures than generalized tax rebate checks. New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2025 Those with a traumatic past could feel a generalized type of anxiety or stress. Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for generalized
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generalized
Adjective
  • Fresenius Kabi also makes biosimilars, the generic forms of expensive biologic drugs such as Humira and Stelara.
    Jackie Fortiér, NPR, 13 May 2025
  • This could have devastating consequences for the U.S. since generic drugs make up nearly 90% of prescribed drugs in America.
    Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • Granlund was averaging approximately 1 point a game for the San Jose Sharks when Stars general manager Jim Nill sent the Sharks first- and third-round picks for Granlund and defenseman Cody Ceci on Feb. 1.
    Murat Ates, New York Times, 14 May 2025
  • When these systems break under the stress of abuse, neglect, or general incompetence, bad things happen.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 14 May 2025
Adjective
  • Doves are a universal sign of peace, which makes these an extra thoughtful hostess gift.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
  • Many companies have been raising prices to mitigate cost increases from the 10% universal tariffs on every product entering the United States and higher levies on Chinese goods.
    Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 15 May 2025

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