generalizations
- plural of generalization.
Example Sentences
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Evocative anecdotes and sharp observations work better than vague praise or sweeping generalizations.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Throughout “Those Who Are About to Die,” the reader comes upon fascinating generalizations, usually introduced by attention-arousing brief sentences.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
It blasted his rant as “dangerous and wrong” on social media, adding that “responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026
Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens.
From Salon • Jan. 26, 2026
All year long I had encouraged my students to avoid using labels like “all” and other gross generalizations.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
