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View synonyms for mostly

mostly

[ mohst-lee ]

adverb

  1. for the most most much part; in the main:

    The work is mostly done.

  2. chiefly; principally.
  3. generally; customarily.


mostly

/ ˈməʊstlɪ /

adverb

  1. almost entirely; chiefly
  2. on many or most occasions; usually
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of mostly1

First recorded in 1585–95; most + -ly
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Example Sentences

The mostly charred, bony remains of the young man who stayed were found in 1960 by the superintendent of the archeological site that is what’s left of the ancient city.

From Salon

It operates 31 fighter and combat squadrons - mostly Russian and Soviet-era aircraft - far below the sanctioned 42.

From BBC

A summit of mostly European leaders in London on Sunday agreed a four-point plan to guarantee Ukraine's defence in the event of a peace deal with Russia.

From BBC

To contact them, Herischi said he's occasionally able to reach them through the single, hidden cell phone they share but has mostly had to go through their families in Iran instead.

From Salon

It’s mostly a straight hike up and then you’re almost there.

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