How to Use "Primarily" with Example Sentences

primarily (adj): mainly; most importantly

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Used with adjectives:

"She is primarily concerned with her children's education."
(concerned)

"He is primarily interested in sports."
(interested)

"She is primarily responsible for the household finances."
(responsible)

Used with verbs:

"His anger was aimed primarily at his parents."
(be + aimed, be + directed, be + targeted, be + pointed)

"She primarily based her opinions on rumors."
(based)

"Cotton candy consists primarily of sugar."
(consists)

"She primarily focuses on her career."
(focuses, concentrates)

"It is located primarily in downtown."
(be + located, be + situated)

"It primarily occurs once a month."
(occurs, happens)

"The market primarily serves the local area."
(serves)