on the whole

phrase

1

: in view of all the circumstances or conditions : all things considered

2

: in general : in most instances : typically

Examples of on the whole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Yet perhaps my estrangement from the Spider-Man film series gives me a certain valuable perspective on the whole enterprise. — Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 15 Aug. 2026

That gives us the best opportunity to continue to have a resilient business on the whole. — Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026

But on the whole, the best way for the United States to settle the war with Iran is to be clearer about its objectives. — Erik Lin-Greenberg, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026

But on the whole, rather than a dramatic departure, petal feels fairly constrained and, occasionally, like a tame reimagining of her older work. — Aimee Cliff, Pitchfork, 31 July 2026

Rhymes for on the whole

• amphibole
• asystole
• buttonhole
• casserole
• centriole
• decontrol
• glycerol
• metropole
• monopole
• multipole
• omeprazole
• oriole