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The phrase "generally was" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a common or typical state or condition in the past.
Example: "The weather in that region generally was mild during the summer months."
Alternatives: "typically was" or "usually was".
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And that, generally, was enough".
The slave generally was an outsider.
Trip generally was quieter than usual.
Life generally was very difficult in the harsh, barren environment.
Architecture generally was confined to tiered brick towers.
Academics presented their views on social media, but the emphasis generally was on publishing.
He had a heart ailment, but generally was in good health.
The companies he raided often were undervalued, but he generally was unable to make significant acquisitions.
It was noted that 'fixing business' generally was becoming increasingly fraught due to this behaviour.
"He had studied violin as a kid, and generally was a broadly cultured individual," Ellenberger said.
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That decision -- and the decision to avoid criticizing Obama more generally -- was the focus of conference participants' questions on Thursday.
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