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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mainly

/meɪnli/ adverb · British & US
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What does mainly mean?

adverb

Used to indicate that something is the most important or chief part of something; mainly used to indicate the principal or most significant part of something.

Example

"She mainly works as a freelance writer, but occasionally takes on part-time jobs."

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