Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-and-large
idiom
/ˌbaɪ ənd ˈlɑrdʒ/
Definition
By-and-large is a phrase that means generally or mostly.
Examples
- By-and-large, the event was a success despite a few minor issues.
- By-and-large, I enjoy living in the city, although it can be noisy.
Meaning
The expression is used to indicate that something is true in most situations, with some exceptions.
Synonyms
- Generally
- Mostly
- In general
- Overall
