big money

noun

: a lot of money
She was earning big money as a lawyer.

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Two Florida Lottery big money jackpot winners had a super Tuesday, a day of Mega Millions, Jackpot Triple Play and Fantasy 5 games. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026 Anheuser-Busch InBev, Heineken, Molson Coors as well as liquor giant Diageo are all pouring big money into the soccer spectacle. Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 8 June 2026 The same folks who buy snazzy new off-roaders love spending big money on outdoor gear. Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 4 June 2026 Pro hockey teams make their big money on playoff games. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for big money

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“Big money.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20money. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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