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Definition

A style or approach that deals with something in very general, sweeping terms, without attention to fine details or subtle nuances.

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See Also

  • broad-brush
  • broad-brusher
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How People Actually Use It

One of President Barack Obama's favorite phrases. He uses it to indicate that people should be careful not to classify all events or circumstances under the color of prejudice.

"We should not paint things with the same broad brush."

Source: Urban Dictionary