for the most part
Mostly; typically. For the most part, Paul is a good student, but he does struggle with math. For the most part, my employees work hard. There are just a few who give me headaches every once in a while. It's a good book, for the most part. A few scenes seem unfinished, though.
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for the most part
mostly; in general. For the most part, the class is enjoying geometry. I like working here for the most part.
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for the most part
In general, usually. For example,
For the most part she is very good-humored, or
The committee members agree for the most part. [Late 1300s] Also see the synonyms
by and large;
on the whole.
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for the ˈmost part
mainly; on the whole; generally: I agree with you for the most part but there are a few details I’d like to discuss further.Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
for the most part
To the greater extent; generally or mostly.
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