In general
In general adverb - Without distinction of one from others.
Practically and in general are semantically related. in quantity topic. In some cases you can use "Practically" instead the phrase "In general" as an adverb or a preposition.
Practically
Practically adverb - Very close to but not completely.
In general and practically are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "In general" instead the word "Practically" as an adverb or a preposition.
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- largely and in general
- largely and practically
- nearly and in general
- nearly and practically
- almost and in general
- almost and practically
- about and in general
- about and practically
- altogether and in general
- altogether and practically
- primarily and in general
- primarily and practically
- basically and in general
- basically and practically
Both terms in one sentence
- The show uses this so often it's practically a Running Gag; there is next to nothing that either the study group or the school in general cannot blow completely out of proportion.
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The (arguably more well-known) anime is a clear Alternate Universe, the anime being a parody of Adaptation Decay in general by throwing out practically everything the game had to offer on purpose.
Source: Video Game / Galaxy Angel -
Atelier Series are lighthearted in general, but the Mana Khemia and DS games (Liese, Annie, and Lina) are practically made of this trope.
Source: Rule of Funny
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