predominately

adverb

pre·​dom·​i·​nate·​ly pri-ˈdä-mə-nət-lē How to pronounce predominately (audio)

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Pre-Parasite, only 11 predominately non-English-language films had ever been nominated for best picture. Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Feb. 2025 The program funded the construction of over 5,300 schools and buildings throughout 15 predominately southern states to provide education to Black youths during segregation. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 25 Feb. 2025 Eventually, the predominately white Leeds community began to move westward leaving that area open for new residents. J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2025 Throughout her 50-year career, Paquita, who died at 77, gained the respect of fellow Mexican musicians and paved the way for more women to break into the world of rancheras and boleros, which were once predominately male. Pamela Avila, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for predominately

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First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of predominately was in 1594

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“Predominately.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/predominately. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

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