as in primary
coming before all others in importance
this is the main point of the study—everything else is secondary
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as in power
muscular strength
all their might and main could not budge the stalled car
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as in continent
one of the great divisions of land on the globe or the main part of such a division
islanders periodically traveled back to the main for supplies
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as in core
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
the main of the tree is still healthy
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Recent Examples of main
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
But with the ex-president becoming the first post-World War Two French leader to be sent to prison, the historic event was covered live by all of France’s main broadcasters, news channels and news websites.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Winner: Too early to tell Cameras: Capturing the Best Memories
The Pixel 10 has three rear cameras: a 48MP main, a 13MP ultra-wide, and a 10.5MP telephoto with 5x zoom.
—PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Season 3 will be its first without main cast members Abby McEnany and Eric Graise.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
But with the ex-president becoming the first post-World War Two French leader to be sent to prison, the historic event was covered live by all of France’s main broadcasters, news channels and news websites.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
The Charlie hides a 75-lb (34-kg) lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery in a compartment beneath its oven, which can charge from the 120V mains socket ubiquitous in the US.
—Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
Winner: Too early to tell Cameras: Capturing the Best Memories
The Pixel 10 has three rear cameras: a 48MP main, a 13MP ultra-wide, and a 10.5MP telephoto with 5x zoom.
—PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for main
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Two guest bedrooms can be found downstairs, while four more upstairs bedrooms include a secluded primary retreat that comes with a fireplace, a dressing room, and dual baths.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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This corner room offered the perfect view to keep watch over Main Street and the primary north-south international highway.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Zebra mussels can completely clog water intake structures and affect public water supplies, power generation and many other industries.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Dallas Cowboys climbed up most NFL power rankings lists following their 44-22 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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We’ve been blown away by the interest; just about every continent except Antarctica is interested in using this.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Detroit Metro Airport includes two terminals, McNamara Terminal and Evans Terminal, with 31 million passengers traveling at the airport each year and over 800 flights daily to and from three continents, the airport's website says.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The therapeutic support core adjusts to your body’s curves, virtually eliminating pressure points.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Equity in food access at Plant Joy Deli Childs' energy around her business comes back to her core belief that food, especially healthy options, shouldn't be out of reach for anyone.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That confident tight-wire act, with its time shifts and various mini-characterizations, was a useful precedence for her here as the predominant presence in this three-performer, intermissionless piece.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
14 Oct. 2025
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Aspen groves are not as predominant here and hikers will find a wider array of colors due to the range of deciduous tree varieties fed by additional moisture from springs and creeks.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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Key Takeaways High-protein desserts satisfy sweet cravings while supporting muscle recovery, fullness, and balanced blood sugar.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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This is different from a heart attack (myocardial infarction), which occurs when a coronary artery is blocked, cutting off blood supply and causing injury to the heart muscle, according to the American Heart Association.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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Back on the mainland, the charming beach town of Ventura strikes a balance between its maritime past and modern present.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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The United States mainland is not completely out of the woods, but a direct hit looks unlikely.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Aquatic nuisance species are non-native plants and animals that can cause ecological or economic harm, or even harm to human health if introduced to a body of water.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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These six full-body blankets rose to the top for heat therapy at home.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Main.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/main. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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