largely

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The fight over press access to the Pentagon is playing out against the backdrop of the war in Iran, which has been largely unpopular with the American public.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The requests would largely reset the trade relationship to the status quo from 2024, without significant U.S. gains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Analysts said the increases are being driven largely by a sharp rise in energy costs, following disruption to oil and gas supplies in the Middle East.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

While the world number one could not add to the tally, he largely demonstrated the consistency for which is he famed to eke out a solid, if unspectacular 70.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

It is also discouraging, because I recognize attempts at analysis are largely useless.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt