as in mostly
for the most part
your answer is basically correct
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Recent Examples of basically
And that's what's been happening since basically 2008.
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A Martínez, NPR, 7 May 2025
Once a fixture of American roads, the body style was dealt a serious blow by the introduction of the mini-van in the 1980s before basically being finished off a decade later by the larger, more versatile people movers.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
That basically would mean giving the extension money to Durant the Heat did not give to Jimmy Butler.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
But Manion added that President Donald Tump’s policy is basically similar to one from his first term that was upheld by the Supreme Court and is based on a 40-page study featuring expert testimony.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
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A Martínez, NPR, 7 May 2025
Once a fixture of American roads, the body style was dealt a serious blow by the introduction of the mini-van in the 1980s before basically being finished off a decade later by the larger, more versatile people movers.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
That basically would mean giving the extension money to Durant the Heat did not give to Jimmy Butler.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
But Manion added that President Donald Tump’s policy is basically similar to one from his first term that was upheld by the Supreme Court and is based on a 40-page study featuring expert testimony.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basically
Adverb
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Warner Brothers and Legendary Pictures’ A Minecraft Movie, the biggest blockbuster of 2025, so far, was mostly shot in New Zealand, with some production in Canada.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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Shein sells clothes mostly manufactured in China, and the U.S. is its biggest market.—
Helen Reid,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
Adverb
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Amazon’s robotic efforts thus far have been mainly focused on fulfillment, which represents around 17% of Amazon’s total costs (and 15% of total revenues).—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
12 May 2025
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The medications had similar side effects, mainly relating to gastrointestinal symptoms including nausea, constipation, diarrhea, and vomiting.—
Alice Park,
Time,
12 May 2025
Adverb
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The total user base now exceeds 10 million, primarily aged 25 to 35.—
Nina Bambysheva,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The Cowboys-Eagles matchup will be on Thursday night, the first game in NBC’s package of primarily Sunday night games.—
Dave Campbell,
Baltimore Sun,
12 May 2025
Adverb
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Despite these warnings, and representatives of the industry lobbying for a tariff exemption, the administration has largely downplayed the issue as insignificant in the context of its broader economic goals.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The fact that the voting took less than two days, on par with the selection of Pope Francis in 2013, shows that the cardinal-electors were largely united in their choice of a man known for his solid judgment, his sharp insight, and a steady hand to lead the church through a tumultuous time.—
Aryn Baker,
Time,
8 May 2025
Adverb
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The dolphins are chiefly threatened by the fishing industry — as they are sometimes accidentally caught in fishing nets, according to WWF.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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The countermeasures, if implemented, will target around 21 billion euros worth of U.S. goods ranging from agricultural products to clothing, chiefly with a tariff rate of 25%.—
Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
8 May 2025
Adverb
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Leading the predominantly deaf cast are Raffie Julien, Brian Duffy, Matty Gurney, and Claire Wetherall.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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About 97% of the clothes and shoes purchased in the U.S. are imported, predominantly from Asia, according to the American Apparel & Footwear Association.—
Michelle Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
Adverb
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There is only one generation, and feeding is generally finished by late June.—
Pamm Cooper,
Hartford Courant,
10 May 2025
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But adult-only events generally require some advance planning so the parents can coordinate child care.—
Emily Siner,
NPR,
10 May 2025
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“Basically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basically. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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