MAINS Synonyms: 97 Similar and Opposite Words

mains

noun

Definition of mains

plural of main

as in mainlands

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 weights

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 mains Charging the power station through mains power was a breeze, even for a novice power station nerd like me. — Mike McRae 04, New Atlas, 5 July 2026 Now the question gaining traction is less about one night and more about assignments, specifically whether commissions should keep handing Dean the biggest co-mains and main events while the scrutiny mounts. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 Over the last three years, the MDC has replaced nearly 15,000 feet of storm drains and sewers and has repaired and rehabilitated 125,595 feet of sewer mains, according to the agency. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2026 Make-ahead dishes, oven-ready mains and one-pot recipes free hosts to actually talk to their guests. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026 The village also approved an agreement which states the DuPage Water Commission will construct, own and maintain the transmission mains necessary to deliver water to Oswego, Yorkville and Montgomery. — Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2026 In the beginning, there was bread The book’s centerpiece chapters on starters, mains and sweets are bookended on one side by a treatise on how to make and store breadcrumbs of various sizes, with an under-duress sub-section about how to buy breadcrumbs. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 8 June 2026 Duncan believes the groups were likely explorers like him, traversing the large, 19th century sewer mains that run underneath parts of the city. — ABC News, 4 June 2026 Pastas and mains are then brought to the table to enjoy family-style before guests are invited to the dessert room. — Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026

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Noun

The two mainlands themselves are only 55 miles apart where Alaska's Seward Peninsula and Russia's Chukotka Peninsula sit on opposite sides of the Bering Sea.

— Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025

Definition of mainlands

Noun

Crafted from 22 momme mulberry silk, which is thicker and blocks out more light than lighter silk weights while remaining softer and less dense than heavier options, this mask is ideal for sensitive skin.

— Morgan Ashley Parker, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026
When Wilson works out with weights, those were also chosen in collaboration with the actor, which is in keeping with McCall’s philosophy that the actors should feel like their surroundings are extensions of the characters.

— Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 10 July 2026

Definition of weights

Noun

Having walked through factory floors, presented in boardrooms across five continents and coached leaders through every wave of disruption automation could throw at them, I am astonished at how fast AI adoption is currently escalating.

— Dr. Adil Dalal, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
With the band split across different continents, how has your songwriting process evolved since your last album?

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 10 July 2026

Definition of continents

Noun

Most storm cores are expected to rain over Eastern Oregon and south of the Snake River, the forecaster said.

— Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 13 July 2026
Two days after the incident, a developer told the Wall Street Journal that the days of high-wire stunts—like pulling out cores and sticking extra floors on the roof—might belong to the past.

— D. T. Max, New Yorker, 11 July 2026

Definition of cores

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By the end of the night, the room full of sweaty bodies was left basking in the gift of Madonna, feeling just one small sliver of a wider moment that has gone on to completely transcend conventional pop expectation.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 14 July 2026
In the mornings, our counselors still walk, slowly now, through the stench of bodies decomposing under the ruins of schools, mosques, and homes.

— James Gordon, Time, 14 July 2026

Definition of bodies

Noun

This year’s version was beefed up with a few extra attractions to go along with some of the staples which again included the food tent and beer garden, the golf challenge held at Depot Pond and a pet show.

— David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
Eating and drinking A welcome hamper of essentials – artisanal pasta, charcuterie and staples like olive oil and balsamic vinegar – stocks the kitchen with, of course, tea and coffee.

— Nick Hendry, TheWeek, 10 July 2026

Definition of staples

Noun

In general, Daosist alchemy is understood as distilling elements of the world into potent spiritual essences.

— Michael Naparstek, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
One notable upgrade is the Sheet Mask Boost Mode, specifically designed to help hydrating essences penetrate deeper into the skin.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026

Definition of essences

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