broad strokes
The phrase "broad strokes" is often used to describe presenting the main points or general aspects of something without going into detail.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)The main points or overall aspects of something, without focusing on details.
Example
- He explained the project in broad strokes, leaving out the finer details.
- The artist sketched the scene in broad strokes before adding any intricate details.
C1Art
(artistic)Describing or depicting something in a bold and sweeping manner, without intricacy or subtlety.
Example
- The painting captures the landscape in broad strokes, giving it a dynamic and expressive feel.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "broad strokes":
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