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big hook

American  

noun

Railroads Slang.
  1. wrecking crane.


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Perhaps the most interesting thing about the video is how distinct the two characters appear to be; having multiple playable heroes is a big hook for Gotham Knights, which also stars Robin and Batgirl.

From The Verge • May 10, 2022

Is there a final punchline to this campaign — or does Lightfoot risk getting yanked offstage with a big hook?

From Washington Post • Apr. 8, 2020

On the 10th hole she hit a big hook into the trees.

From Golf Digest • Aug. 1, 2018

I wanted to see that big hook, you know, and I got to see it.

From Newsweek • Apr. 28, 2012

She set out bowls of soup and hung a fresh disc of bread from the big hook.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor