Sentence examples for rather than specific from inspiring English sources

A good constitution enshrines general principles rather than specific rights.

Those conflicts are universal, Mr. Akin insisted, rather than specific to the two countries.

He credits changing assumptions rather than specific targets for the success so far.

But it's still a relatively mild document – one that advises more research, rather than specific actions.

I think it's more a question of fine-tuning rather than specific targets.

Dutton added he was referring generally to contractors, rather than specific arrangements.

Senior corporation sources said that it was likely that the inquiry would criticise internal procedures, rather than specific individuals.

Both were group works set to scores that created a sense of generic rather than specific atmosphere.

And however evocative (rather than specific) its appeal, the house is perfectly enchanting, beautifully presented and -- yes -- curiously affecting.

Much of the evidence on the deadliness of sport utilities is based on national statistics, rather than specific crashes.

But the traditional model of the civil service is to prize transferable skills rather than specific expertise.