be difficult to generalize

Frequency: 6.55.2 per million words

Indicates that it is challenging to form a general conclusion.

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Examples (10)

  • In such a diverse dataset, it is difficult to generalize beyond a few broad trends.
  • Given the small sample size, it can be difficult to generalize the findings to the wider population.
  • Across regions, consumer behavior is difficult to generalize because local norms differ sharply.
  • After only one pilot study, it has been difficult to generalize our conclusions with confidence.
  • For edge cases like these, it will be difficult to generalize any rule that works universally.
  • In the absence of controls, it was difficult to generalize the results beyond the lab setting.
  • Because identities are multifaceted, it would be difficult to generalize without oversimplifying.
  • With rapidly changing regulations, it might be difficult to generalize from last year's data.
  • The reviewers note that qualitative insights are difficult to generalize across industries.
  • In practice, what works for startups is difficult to generalize to large enterprises.