mostly
в основном
mainly
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mostly belongs to the topic "Types of Weather". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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The climate here is mainly dry in summer.
The season was largely dry.
emphasizes the main reason, purpose, or element; close to 'mostly' but slightly more focused on priority
The weather is primarily influenced by coastal winds.
somewhat formal/old-fashioned, indicates the main element
The area is chiefly known for its mild winters.
For the most part, the summer was dry.
emphasizes the degree or extent to which something is true; slightly more formal
The dry conditions were to a large extent caused by the high-pressure system.
It is usually cloudy in November.
focuses on frequency (how frequently something happens) rather than predominance
It often rains in autumn.
more generalizing; states a broad observation rather than specific predominance
In general, summers here are warm.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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mostly meaning: what does it mean?
mainly
mostly pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
mostly is pronounced as /ˈməʊstli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
mostly definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Today's skies are mostly cloudy with a few sunny breaks. Translation: Сегодня небо в основном облачное, но иногда выглядывает солнце.
Is mostly part of Types of Weather vocabulary?
Yes, mostly (в основном) can be learned in the Types of Weather topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is mostly part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, mostly (в основном) can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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