largely spare

Frequency: 6.53.1 per million words

Indicates that someone or something was mostly saved or protected from harm.

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largely

Examples (10)

  • The storm largely spared Houston and surrounding districts.
  • Fortunately, the new policy largely spared small businesses from heavy taxation.
  • Despite the economic downturn, our company was largely spared from significant layoffs.
  • The remote village was largely spared the worst effects of the drought due to its natural springs.
  • Thanks to timely intervention, the ancient ruins were largely spared from further decay.
  • He felt he had been largely spared the hardships his siblings endured.
  • The new regulations will largely spare environmental groups from excessive bureaucratic hurdles.
  • It is hoped that future generations will be largely spared the consequences of climate change.
  • Her quick thinking largely spared the children from any serious injury.
  • The updated security system largely spared the digital assets from the cyber attack.