generalization
noun
the act or process of generalizing.
generalizations
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pluralof generalization.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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
“Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens,” the NRA retorted, to Essayli.
From Slate ● Jan. 28, 2026
“Responsible public voices should be awaiting a full investigation, not making generalizations and demonizing law-abiding citizens,” the association said in a statement on X.
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
