in the main

phrase

: in general
—used to say that a statement is true in most cases or at most times
The workers are in the main very capable.
The weather has in the main been quite good.

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He was pulled from the lake’s cold water near the Government Pier breakwater in the main channel of Waukegan Harbor by rescue divers. — Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 The current owner, Cris Lapp, told the San Francisco Chronicle that the windows in the main building are reflective from the outside, providing an extra layer of privacy. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 Food and drink Three meals a day—included in the rate, except for alcohol—are served in the main lodge, with every group being assigned the same table during their stay. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026 In front of adoring fans in Shanghai, the UFC veteran and perennial contender in the UFC bantamweight division scored a shocking upset win over Umar Nurmagomedov in the main event on Saturday. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the main

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“In the main.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20main. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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