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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
bought a big apple to quench his raging appetite
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as in major
having great meaning or lasting effect
there will be a big meeting to resolve the issue
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as in great
having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature
how big of you to give your subordinates most of the credit
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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
inexperienced wine drinkers should not start with such a big wine
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as in main
coming before all others in importance
the big story that year was the election of the president
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as in fashionable
enjoying widespread favor or approval
jackets with very wide lapels were big that year
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as in pregnant
containing unborn young within the body
a mare big with a foal
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as in heavy
one of high position or importance within a group
with that new promotion he's now one of the bigs in the company
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as in major league
usually bigs plural
the highest level of a field of endeavor
a candidate who is running for president is playing in the bigs and cannot afford to make major mistakes
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a big deal
a big game
a big problem
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Recent Examples of big
Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
Soft textiles and crisp, white bedding play a big role in achieving elevated yet comfortable room decor.
—Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 29 July 2025
Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 July 2025
Jackson and Huff would likely be the top two bigs in the pecking order among that four, though all four are young and bring something different to the table.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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Adjective
In addition to Happy Gilmore 2, the original Happy Gilmore film is also a big hit on Netflix’s Global Top 10 list.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
Soft textiles and crisp, white bedding play a big role in achieving elevated yet comfortable room decor.
—Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 29 July 2025
Noun
The goal is to get Ethan’s bat to the bigs, ready to create middle-of-the-order impact.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 July 2025
Jackson and Huff would likely be the top two bigs in the pecking order among that four, though all four are young and bring something different to the table.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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The company also sold off the Iams pet food business; its Duracell battery business and spun off a large portfolio of more than 40 beauty brands, including Clairol and Wella hair coloring and CoverGirl makeup.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
29 July 2025
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Across Indianapolis, construction crews seem to be everywhere, working on projects that will improve life for residents, boost the capacity for the city to host large events or serve the city's professional sports teams.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
29 July 2025
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In 1947: President Harry S. Truman signed the National Security Act 1947, a major piece of legislation that restructured many of the country’s military and intelligence institutions.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
27 July 2025
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That announcement largely cleared the field of major potential challengers to Rogers.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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With a solid data foundation, external factors like fuel prices or carrier availability can be incorporated into planning with greater confidence.—
Clemente Theotokis,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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But the need to tell America’s stories has never been greater.—
Carrie Lozano,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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My Feelings is a rare kind of film: emotionally rich, effortlessly paced and surprisingly funny.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Terra-cotta Tiles Terra-cotta tiles are rich, rustic, and wonderfully versatile.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 July 2025
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 July 2025
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Two for one The satellite combines two main instruments that, unlike optical telescopes, can gather data through clouds and at night.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Thumping techno drums roll in alongside the stabbing synth lead, which nods to the fashionable sound of the decade’s preferred flavor of techno, currently spearheaded by the likes of Charlotte de Witte and Sara Landry.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
23 July 2025
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The Bicester Collection was among those early visionaries embedding emotion, atmosphere, and local nuance into its villages long before experiential retail became fashionable.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Hundreds of these victims were pregnant women, who gave birth in the detention centers.—
Graciela Mochkofsky,
New Yorker,
31 July 2025
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Advertisement Extreme heat can also leave pregnant women and their fetuses vulnerable to pregnancy complications.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
30 July 2025
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First question first: Is Usyk the GOAT of the heavies?—
Anthony Stitt,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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And if that timeliness doesn't impress you, maybe Cap wrecking a bunch of heavies in an elevator will.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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“Big.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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