Meaning of the word "by and large" in English

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by and large

US /baɪ ənd ˈlɑːrdʒ/
UK /baɪ ənd ˈlɑːdʒ/
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Idiom

generally speaking; on the whole

Example:
By and large, the new policy has been successful.
The students, by and large, enjoyed the field trip.