big shot

Example Sentences

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He likes to be the big shot and the center of attention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 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

And Margot Olavarria, who was the original bassist for the Go-Go’s, was a big shot in the scene.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 24, 2025

Jokic, unafraid to make the right pass, and Westbrook, unafraid to take the big shot, combined to make the play.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2025

He's a terrific snob and he won't hardly even talk to you unless you're a big shot or a celebrity or something, but he can really play the piano.

From "The Catcher in the Rye" by J. D. Salinger