mostly
Americanadverb
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for the most part; in the main.
The work is mostly done.
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chiefly; principally.
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generally; customarily.
adverb
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almost entirely; chiefly
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on many or most occasions; usually
Etymology
Origin of mostly
Example Sentences
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But the food was mostly fine, especially if you like bar food.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
The government spokesman on Tuesday highlighted the DRC's long past experience in handling Ebola outbreaks, mostly without the use of vaccines.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
The company’s valuation seems mostly derived from investor optimism over its future growth.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
According to the researchers, this suggests that ideas and cultural practices spread mostly through contact, trade, and social interaction rather than through large migrations of people.
From Science Daily • May 19, 2026
That while I’ve never been angrier with Dad, his intentions are mostly well-meaning.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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