principally

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Kaneva said most of the crude passing through the strait was headed for Asia, principally China.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

This came after Patel’s team assured the press that he was principally in Milan for a variety of very important national security meetings.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

Adding to the fun was that film crew of children, principally aged between eight and 10, who documented the entire recording progress.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

But both leaders were principally ousted by domestic forces after bringing their countries to crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

At that time, the Union Stock Yard was dominated by two other meat men: Philip Armour, who specialized in pork; and Nelson Morris, who dealt principally in beef.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield