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general

[jen-er-uhl] / ˈdʒɛn ər əl /




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“Parents in general didn’t know what the differences are between a Class 2 or Class 3,” said Sgt.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

At the time, Todd Blanche still headed the office, before assuming the role of acting attorney general in April.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The company plans to raise about $4.66 billion through a combination of dollar and yuan-denominated notes for refinancing and general purposes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Meanwhile, Becerra, a California native, served as the state's attorney general and as the nation's health secretary under Democratic President Joe Biden.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

On Friday morning, Maggie and Leah were examined by this new committee of five men: a general, a lawyer, a judge, a state chancellor, and a doctor.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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