great big
Example Sentences
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That undermines investors thinking about investing in this great, big American economy.
From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026
She had experienced some pain before the procedure, but it got much worse as a "great big mound" appeared in her abdomen.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
Mr. Trump has made his desire for a great big beautiful ballroom clear for months, but the original pitch preserved the White House’s current structure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025
“What’s Up?” starts with a lament that’s relevant to anyone feeling stuck: “Twenty-five years and my life is still/Tryin' to get up that great big hill of hope.”
From Salon • May 26, 2025
I stumble on, Manchee behind me, the flashlight not much good against every ruddy little branch and root and puddle in a great big swamp.
From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness
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