the general run (of something)

the general run (of something)

The standard, average, or typical type of something. The unorthodox politician is seen by many as a rebuke to the general run of bureaucrats, who spend more time debating and arguing than actually accomplishing anything meaningful. While the general run of stuff you find in a flea market is junk, every now and then you come across something really valuable.
See also: general, run
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • the common run of (something)
  • the common/general run
  • the normal run (of something)
  • the usual run (of something)
  • do the unthinkable
  • kick (oneself) for (doing something)
  • pardon me for living!
  • pardon me for living/breathing/existing/etc.
  • Well, pardon me for living!
  • (well,) pardon me for living!