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a big deal
an important deal
a huge deal
a major deal
an enormous deal
a big city
a huge city
a major city
a massive city
a giant city
a sizable city
a big game
an important game
a huge game
a monumental game
a critical game
a big problem
a major problem
a serious problem
a huge problem
a tremendous problem
a humongous problem
a big mistake
a complete mistake
a total mistake
a huge mistake
a major mistake
a large mistake

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Recent Examples of big
Adjective
This is especially important as Williams has already stopped development of its 2025 car given the big rule changes coming next year. Luke Smith, New York Times, 18 May 2025 Nikola Jokic is the biggest reason why the Nuggets are on the brink of a sizable upset. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
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His personality as a big … some bigs are quiet, some don’t want to talk. Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2025 Given how much weight Chet Holmgren gives up to Jokic, expect Hartenstein to play 30-plus minutes per game in this series, as OKC does not have any bigs to throw at Jokic besides Holmgren and Hartenstein. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for big
Recent Examples of Synonyms for big
Adjective
  • According to a 2025 report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, roughly 21% of consumers with a credit record were using a buy now, pay later plan from one of six major firms in 2022.
    Melina Khan, USA Today, 16 May 2025
  • The three-time major champion, lacking only the Wanamaker Trophy for his major collection, ran off three straight bogeys early on the back nine and shot 76.
    Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2025
Adjective
  • Of the largest companies – those with 20,000 or more employees – 70% cover IVF.
    Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 18 May 2025
  • The Redditor described living in a large suburban community surrounded by woods, where wildlife like foxes and bears are common.
    Ashley Vega, People.com, 18 May 2025
Adjective
  • The future of Hollywood depends on whether the industry recognizes that its greatest asset isn’t its distribution technology but its storytellers.
    JD Barker, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
  • In fact, 89% of C-suite marketers recognize that employees can bring great value to their businesses as influencers.
    Sarah Goodall, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • China has increased coast guard patrols in these waters, which studies have suggested may be rich in oil and natural gas reserves.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
  • Avocados Avocados are rich in heart-healthy fats, and many other health-promoting nutrients.
    Lindsey DeSoto, Health, 12 May 2025
Adjective
  • This addition sees another key member of the iconic D-Generation X (DX) faction contributing behind the scenes, joining Triple H, who heads main roster creative, Shawn Michaels, who is in charge of NXT creative, and Road Dogg, currently working as a co-lead writer for WWE SmackDown.
    Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
  • Two main issues are conveyed: No credible debt management approach exists.
    Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Adjective
  • Juliet Holy Pointed-Toe Chunky Block Heels Midi dresses and pointed-toe heels are a match made in heaven, as evidenced by Oprah’s fashionable look.
    Izzy Baskette, People.com, 11 May 2025
  • As the global appeal of Lambrusco has grown, more of Emilia-Romagna’s winemakers have turned their vineyards into fashionable destinations.
    Simon Willis, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2025
Adjective
  • Greater Salt Lake police officers responded to a call from a Millcreek home that a man and his six family members had been held against their will by their pregnant daughter's boyfriend, Garcia.
    Charna Flam, People.com, 20 May 2025
  • Additionally, Rocky’s partner Rihanna attended, heavily pregnant in a blue dress.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • Harry heads back to the yard, where a group of Kevin's Czechoslovakian hired heavies are preparing for war.
    Matt Cabral, EW.com, 13 Apr. 2025
  • On Twin Peaks, Strong plays Jones, the right-hand woman for one of the series’ heavies.
    Drew Mackie, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025

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“Big.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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