Sentence examples for was based chiefly from inspiring English sources
Greek architecture was based chiefly on the post-and-beam system, with columns carrying the load.
The purchase was based chiefly on his desire to establish a new business connection within commuting distance of his home in Summit, N.J.
The murder case was based chiefly on the testimony of Patrick Cuffy and Paul Skyers, who said they helped in the killing.
Moore felt, as a result, that the objection to Ellen Barrett was based chiefly on the fact that she had made an open confession of her sexual preference.
Mr. Hull said the protest was based chiefly on the grounds that it is a violation of international and humanitarian laws to bomb non-combatants.
The term comes from the Greek koine ("common" or "shared"), although the variety was based chiefly on the Attic Greek dialect.
Its economy is based chiefly on fishing and cattle raising, and cereals and vines are cultivated.
The city's economy is based chiefly on these local resources.
Tylor's fame, however, is based chiefly upon the publication of Primitive Culture.
"Efforts will be based chiefly on reducing spending, not on increasing revenue," he said.
The economy of Oyo is based chiefly on agriculture and handicrafts.
