by-and-large

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Adverbial by-and-large has 1 sense

by and large, generally, more often than not, mostly - usually; as a rule; "by and large it doesn't rain much here"

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Term:

by-and-large

Definition:

Adverb: In general; mostly; on the whole.

Adjective: Pertaining to a collective or general view.

Noun: A phrase used to indicate a summary or generalization.

Examples:

Adverb: By-and-large, the event was a great success.

Adverb: She is, by-and-large, the most talented musician in the band.

Adjective: The by-and-large perspective of the community was in favor of the new development.

Noun: The report gave a by-and-large of the current market trends.

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