by and large

Thân thiện

By and large, the weather in this region is sunny and mild.

Definition

Adverb: Generally; on the whole; for the most part. It is used to indicate that a statement is mostly true, though there may be exceptions.

Usage

"By and large" is used to make a general summary or to state a broad truth. It often introduces or concludes a statement that is generally accurate. - It typically modifies an entire clause or sentence. - It is a fixed expression and should not be broken up.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• Position in a sentence: It is commonly placed at the beginning of a sentence, followed by a comma. It can also be placed in the middle, set off by commas.
  • By and large, our predictions were correct.
  • The project was, by and large, completed on time.

Variants and Related Words

• On the whole: A very close synonym, often used interchangeably.
  • On the whole, I agree with your assessment.
• Generally speaking: Another phrase with a similar summarizing function.
  • Generally speaking, the climate is mild.

Synonyms

• Generally
• For the most part
• Overall
• Mainly
• Mostly

Related Phrases

• All in all: Considering everything.
  • All in all, it was a good day.
• As a rule: Usually; typically.
  • As a rule, I avoid eating late at night.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. usually; as a rule
   • by and large it doesn't rain much here

Từ đồng nghĩa

• generally
• more often than not
• mostly