big name

Example Sentences

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He has experience of working at some top European clubs – and managing big name players.

From BBC

The struggling Wizards landed a big name at the NBA trade deadline this week in acquiring Anthony Davis from Dallas.

From Barron's

Said St. Monica coach Thomas Barnes: “He is living and walking proof that a kid from St. Monica Prep can make it all the way to the big time. You don’t have to go to one of the big name schools, go to St. Monica and become the big name.”

From Los Angeles Times

She previously told the court Pitt had a reputation in Weston-super-Mare "as a big name and someone you wouldn't mess with".

From BBC

Typically, when promoters seek to draw viewers into a televised music program, they will heavily advertise the big name stars they are featuring, believing correctly that people will be excited by stuff they like and tune in.

From Salon