larger-than-life
adjective
larg·er-than-life
ˈlär-jər-ṯẖən-ˈlīf 
: of the sort legends are made of
larger-than-life heroes
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Now, after joining Tulsa King in season 2, the larger-than-life performer is broadening his appeal as Bigfoot, a bodyguard and enforcer for Dwight's crew.
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Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
There is a certain something about an outsized pair of shades that gives a larger-than-life flair to the wearer.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Be a larger-than-life drag queen, but keep it family-friendly.
—Nina West
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
The tour will feature a combination of Ray’s stand-up, larger-than-life impressions, and original characters.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
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Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
There is a certain something about an outsized pair of shades that gives a larger-than-life flair to the wearer.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Be a larger-than-life drag queen, but keep it family-friendly.
—Nina West
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
The tour will feature a combination of Ray’s stand-up, larger-than-life impressions, and original characters.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for larger-than-life
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“Larger-than-life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/larger-than-life. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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