general public

American  

[jen-er-uhl puhb-lik] / ˈdʒɛn ər əl ˈpʌb lɪk /

Also the general public

noun

1. all or most people, especially those not part of a specified group; ordinary people as opposed to officials, experts, politicians, etc..

   The books have been warmly received by critics and by the general public.

   This protocol can be adopted by any organization wishing to improve workplace health and safety for employees, customers, and the general public.

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Etymology

Origin of general public

First recorded in 1845–50

Example Sentences

What Compass is running is a private presale for preferred clients before opening the doors to the general public.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Folks who will get a large inheritance are not the norm,” said Christopher Mallon, an adviser in Sturbridge, Mass. “About 80% of the general public will not get a great windfall from the Great Wealth Transfer.”

From MarketWatch

As Wolny noted in his book, there’s still a wage gap for LGBTQ+ workers at 90 cents on the dollar, with 57% living on an annual income of less than $50,000 compared with 36% for the general public.

From MarketWatch

She fulfilled one label contract, renegotiated another and proved herself marketable enough to the general public to make her follow-up album, 2024’s “Brat,” without interference.

From Salon

According to the mint's website, it created 30,000 of the 50c coins and 5,000 of the $5 - all of which are collector's items and will not enter general public circulation.

From BBC

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