In an indication of the anxiety the bill stirs among members, the vote was split largely along geographic, not partisan, lines.

Mr. Ford's first trial ended in a hung jury that split largely along racial lines.

The survey of voters at polling places showed recall supporters and opponents split largely along ideological lines.

After the decision was rendered, the reaction among fans, media, and competitors was split largely along party lines.

The crowd was largely split before then; Barrett heard chants of "Air ball!"

The panel is largely split along party lines, and the fate of the bill is unclear.

The amendment was defeated by a vote of 237 to 171, with lawmakers split largely along regional lines.

East Harlem politicians and community organizers are largely split in their predictions about the race's outcome.

By the late 19th century the Crescent had been largely split into flats.

But the chamber will be split largely along party lines, and the two sides are showing few signs of compromise.