general correlation

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A relationship that holds true in most cases but may have exceptions.

correlationADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

general

Examples (10)

  • Sociologists found a general correlation between education level and income, though many exceptions exist.
  • While not universally true, there's a general correlation between a healthy diet and a longer lifespan.
  • The marketing team observed a general correlation between ad spending and sales figures, but couldn't prove direct causation.
  • Economists often point to a general correlation between consumer confidence and economic growth.
  • You can see a general correlation between the amount of sunshine and people's general mood.
  • The study only established a general correlation; more specific research is needed to understand the details.
  • Is there any general correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena?
  • Historical data reveals a general correlation between periods of widespread drought and social unrest.
  • We expect to find a general correlation between the new policy and improved public health outcomes.
  • Despite lacking a perfect one-to-one link, a general correlation between employee satisfaction and productivity is widely accepted.