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big and bold

Idioms  
  1. Large and striking, as in His ties tended to be big and bold in color and pattern, or This big and bold design for a book jacket is sure to catch the casual browser's eye. This phrase, used mostly to describe things rather than persons, is a kind of visual analog of loud and clear.


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The big and bold 21-inch tires make a bit of noise but they are agreeably sure-footed.

From The Wall Street Journal

He’s always willing to make the big and bold moves to win.

From Los Angeles Times

“This is the biggest opportunity to do something big and bold, and the only impediment is us,” Newsom said when announcing his support for the legislation.

From Los Angeles Times

"Anytime you do something big and bold, you're gonna get criticism, right?"

From Salon

But “big” and “bold” are words that can be applied to the pair.

From Salon