look big
Example Sentences
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Instead, experts said people should back away very slowly, give the bear space, talk calmly and make themselves look big.
From BBC • May 3, 2023
According to reports of the attacks, the tom flapped its wings, puffed itself up to look big, scratched several people with its talons and, of course, gobbled at people.
From Washington Post • Jun. 15, 2022
The wildlife department has an extensive list of tips to avoid conflict with cougars, and what to do if attacked: make yourself look big, fight back, and don’t run.
From Seattle Times • May 29, 2022
“This doesn’t look big enough for 13,” he said mostly to himself.
From New York Times • Feb. 26, 2022
“It doesn’t look big enough for fifteen people,” I said, looking at the framing.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
