Synonyms

big money

British

noun

large sums of money

there's big money in professional golf

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Example Sentences

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Here’s why major global brands are pouring big money into events surrounding the Indio music festival.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Another factor is that it will be tough to end tariffs when they’re bringing in big money for the federal government.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

Yet, getting AI deeper into business operations is where the big money is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

At 25 Jones is far from old, but he has 215 appearances for Liverpool and the academy graduate has been dependable and valuable for both Klopp and Slot amid big money buys.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

“I will find you a trainer, eh, there is big money in athletics.”

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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