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- noun Plural form of
glittering generality .
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skipvia commented on the word glittering generalities
Vacuous propaganda intended to appeal to the emotions of the listener while leaving the speaker uncommitted. Some examples: family values, patriotism, strong military.
October 13, 2007
uselessness commented on the word glittering generalities
Goes hand-in-hand with jingoism.
October 13, 2007
seanahan commented on the word glittering generalities
Doesn't this describe all of political campaiging?
October 13, 2007
skipvia commented on the word glittering generalities
Unfortunately, yes. Sound bites rule!
October 14, 2007