big shot
Example Sentences
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Later in the chat, a Binance VIP client manager said: “Karry the big shot, haha. Boss Rock has mentioned you before.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
On “Father Figure,” Swift sings about a big shot taking a “protégé” under their wing—and demanding total loyalty in return.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025
Once again, a big shot for the rookie.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2025
“Preparing to take the big shot for the Bruins, No. 12, Sebastian Mack!”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2025
“You think you’re a big shot, don’t you?”
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
