in large measure

phrase

: not entirely but mostly : largely

The economy is based in large measure on farming.

Examples of in large measure in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This is a president, after all, who was elected for a second time in large measure by promising to fix high prices and stay out of wars. — Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026

The work that both agencies do is vitally important, and it is done, in large measure, by dedicated professionals. — Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 5 Jan. 2026

Both Alexis Germaine and Peyton Bateman are on the pre-veterinarian track studying animal science, and they were attracted to A-State in large measure due to its veterinary college plans. — Ryan Anderson, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2025

Whether American universities will continue as a global leader for scientific research hinges in large measure in how these cases will be concluded. — Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for in large measure

• countermeasure
• displeasure
• leisure
• pleasure
• treasure