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.

Examples of in the main in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Joshua takes on heavyweight contender Kristian Prenga in the main event of an overall strong card. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

This condo is on the grounds of Beechbound, an 1880 waterfront estate, and is housed in the main Scottish-baronial-style mansion, designed by Peabody and Stearns. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 20 July 2026

Starting at the end of July 2026 and expected to last around 95 days, the beaches in the main part of the town will be closed. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

The film will world premiere in the main competition section. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 July 2026

Rhymes for in the main

• aeroplane
• appertain
• ascertain
• capitaine
• cassegrain
• cellophane
• chatelaine
• counterpane
• entertain
• halothane
• hurricane
• hyperplane