Sentence examples for lies chiefly from inspiring English sources

The fault lies chiefly with India's uncompetitive manufacturing.

Alexander's importance lies chiefly in his efforts to assist Russia's emergence from the past.

It lies chiefly in the basins of the upper Vorskla, Donets, and Oskol rivers.

The present-day city lies chiefly on the Douro's north (right) bank, sprawling outward from the older riverside district known as the Ribeira.

But advocates for minorities and government watchdogs contend that the power lies chiefly with Ms. Quinn, who is expected to be a leading candidate for mayor in 2013.

The interest elsewhere lies chiefly at the County Ground, Swindon (and how many times have we been able to say that since the days of Hoddle and Ardiles?).

Their differences lie chiefly in styling, prices and trim.

R.R.A.'s interests lie chiefly in the technical history of the record business: copyrights, patents, pressings, release dates, etc.

After the 9th century their importance lay chiefly in Thrace, where many Paulicians had been forcibly located to serve as a frontier force against the Bulgarians.

Yet as with most great singers, her appeal lay chiefly in her distinctive vocal timbre -- what Chopin called "a kind of northern lights" -- which, like the Bjoer ling "tear," the Caruso "squillo" or the Ponselle "snarl," evoked an entire personality.

The coin's mastery lay chiefly in two trademarks of the sculptor's style, typical of his medals: the comparatively high relief and the graceful incorporation of lettering in the design.