the Big Apple
noun
informal
—used as a name for New York City
She moved to the Big Apple after she graduated.
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Dozens of 50-story-plus skyscrapers now compete for distinction among the Big Apple’s tallest residential buildings.
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
27 June 2026
Known for traversing the comedy club scene throughout the Big Apple, the stand-up artist is taking her talents on the road for the remainder of the year as part of a cross-country tour.
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Justin Klawans,
TheWeek,
26 June 2026
Both Roberts and her son also wore black sunglasses for their day in the Big Apple.
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Georgia Slater,
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26 June 2026
Foster, meanwhile, has her own roots in the Big Apple.
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26 June 2026
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
27 June 2026
Known for traversing the comedy club scene throughout the Big Apple, the stand-up artist is taking her talents on the road for the remainder of the year as part of a cross-country tour.
—
Justin Klawans,
TheWeek,
26 June 2026
Both Roberts and her son also wore black sunglasses for their day in the Big Apple.
—
Georgia Slater,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Foster, meanwhile, has her own roots in the Big Apple.
—
Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
26 June 2026
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“The Big Apple.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Big%20Apple. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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