general
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/ˈdʒenrəl/
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/ˈdʒenrəl/
affecting most people or things
There is general agreement that we should meet more often.
普遍認為我們應該更頻繁地見面。
normal or usual
As a general rule, he arrives early for meetings.
通常來說,他會提前到達會議。
not detailed; main ideas only
I need a general overview before making a decision.
在做出決定之前,我需要一個總體概述。
not exact; around an area
They looked in the general area where the sound came from.
他們在聲音傳來的大致區域尋找。
not specific; broad
Let's keep the discussion general for now.
讓我們暫時保持討論的廣泛性。
affecting the whole thing
The house was in general need of repair.
這棟房子總體上需要維修。
highest in rank
The general manager approved the plan.
總經理批准了該計劃。
a high-ranking army officer
The general gave orders to his troops.
將軍向他的部隊下達了命令。