“For the Most Part” vs. “Mostly”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 8, 2023
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The difference between “for the most part” and “mostly”
- Both "for the most part" and "mostly" convey the idea of something being true or applicable in the majority or a large portion of cases or situations.
- Both phrases have similar meanings and can often be used interchangeably in many contexts.
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What is the definition of “for the most part” and “mostly”?
For the most part
- It means mostly or usually.
- It suggests that there may be some exceptions or variations.
- It is often used to qualify a statement or to indicate a general trend or pattern.
Mostly
- It means mainly or predominantly.
- It suggests that there may be few exceptions or variations.
- It is often used to describe a large majority or the primary characteristic.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Mostly” is the more popular variant on the web.
For the most part
197,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- For the most part, I prefer to stay at home rather than go out.
- For the most part, the students in my class are well-behaved.
- For the most part, I enjoy eating spicy food.
More popular
Mostly
2,230,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- Mostly, I spend my days working on my computer.
- Mostly, I listen to classical music when I want to relax.
- Mostly, I wear comfortable clothes on the weekends.
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