for the greatest part

Example Sentences

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Their religion, for the greatest part, is Popery; but in several states and cities, particularly Prussia, the Protestant prevails. 

From A Museum for Young Gentlemen and Ladies Or, a Private Tutor for Little Masters and Misses by

They were for the greatest part chosen from among their learned men, by their chief council, though some studied it of their own accord.

From Ideal Commonwealths by More, Thomas, Sir, Saint

When the monarch of Scotland sprung this strong covey of his favourite game, they afforded the Privy Council and him sport for the greatest part of the remaining winter.

From Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft by Scott, Walter, Sir

In practice the feed is so sensitive that for the greatest part of the time the movement of the rod cannot be detected without some actual measurement.

From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Martin, Thomas Commerford

Secondly, By employing those hands, which for the greatest part are idle, it being reasonably supposed that there are at least 100000 Beggars or others who want a lawful Employment.

From Proposals for Building, In Every County, A Working-Alms-House or Hospital as the Best Expedient to Perfect the Trade and Manufactory of Linnen Cloth by Haines, Richard