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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The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, who embarks on a journey to New York City and, in turn, helps the Big Apple rediscover the true meaning of Christmas.
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
In photos from their viral outing, Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann and Sarah Jane were seen exiting a gray van before strutting down the sidewalks of the Big Apple, earning double takes from passersby.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
After graduating high school in 2013, the Little Women actor bounced around rentals and hotels in the Big Apple.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 16 Mar. 2026
Ryan Gosling, who hosted last week’s Saturday Night Live, stayed in the Big Apple to return the favor to Harry Styles.
—Peter White, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
In photos from their viral outing, Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann and Sarah Jane were seen exiting a gray van before strutting down the sidewalks of the Big Apple, earning double takes from passersby.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
After graduating high school in 2013, the Little Women actor bounced around rentals and hotels in the Big Apple.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 16 Mar. 2026
Ryan Gosling, who hosted last week’s Saturday Night Live, stayed in the Big Apple to return the favor to Harry Styles.
—Peter White, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
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“The Big Apple.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Big%20Apple. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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