Definition of Predominant

being the main thing or issue

Examples of Predominant in a sentence

Flying continues to be the predominant means of travel despite increased airfares.  🔊

Surprisingly, most people in the African nation speak the predominant language of French.  🔊

Immigration is the predominant issue on which most politicians are focusing.  🔊

In the small rural area, the predominant type of occupation is that of a farm hand.  🔊

Pecan trees are the predominant trees in my town and are visible on practically every street.  🔊

During the summer months, ants are the predominant insects that bother most homeowners.  🔊

Researchers hope solar power will soon replace gasoline as the world’s predominant fuel source.  🔊

Unfortunately, Jake’s predominant source of income is the money he earns from selling meth.  🔊

Although the film has thrilled moviegoers, the critics’ predominant response has been negative.  🔊

Since teens are easily distracted, automobile crashes are the predominant cause of death among that particular age group.  🔊

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