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chiefly in French

chiefly in French is surtout — chiefly means mainly or for the most part.

chiefly in French

surtout
adv
(focus) Mainly or principally; almost entirely.

What does "chiefly" mean?

  1. adv Mainly or for the most part.
    "The delay was caused chiefly by bad weather."
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chiefly in a sentence

  • The delay was caused chiefly by bad weather.
  • The class is aimed chiefly at beginners.

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What is "chiefly" in French?

"chiefly" in French is surtout. chiefly means: Mainly or for the most part.

How do you use "chiefly" in a sentence?

Example: "The delay was caused chiefly by bad weather." In French, "chiefly" is surtout.

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