heavy hitter
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What's absolutely fascinating about this game is the options that Clarke has and the way he's talking about the utilisation of his bench, hinting that he might keep a heavy hitter in reserve.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2026
Cornerstone is a heavy hitter in Washington; it took in $44 million in 2023 from nearly 300 clients.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 16, 2024
It seemed as if every major urban entertainment heavy hitter were milling around the conspicuously luxurious modern house and vast grounds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 27, 2024
The clout in search makes Google a heavy hitter in the lucrative advertising market, its biggest revenue source.
From Reuters ● Oct. 30, 2023
The bat met the ball squarely and Sam had made the mistake of sending a fast ball to a heavy hitter enabling King to knock out a pretty three bagger.
From Baseball Joe of the Silver Stars or The Rivals of Riverside by Chadwick, Lester