make it big
Example Sentences
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The hope persists, though: Latifi interviewed several teen moms who are trying to make it big to provide for their young families.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
In a group interview on Zoom, the three U.S.-based members—Darshan was asleep—insisted they are sincerely trying to make it big.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
The rewards for those who make it big can be huge, but there are many aspiring influencers whose careers never take off.
From BBC • Sep. 26, 2025
“I’m stupid because I think I’m going to make it big and stubborn because I’m never going to give up,” he says.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2025
“No, the rest of it is that if you go on to make it big in basketball he’s going to tell the world how he helped you make it big,” Goldy said.
From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers
