big screen
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The Roper twins were pictured on the big screen cheering.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Given the sophistication of contemporary TV coverage, “it’s almost preferable to stay home and watch your favorite games on the big screen hanging on your den wall,” he says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Odysseus may have held out hope throughout years of setbacks, obstacles and traps laid by vengeful deities, but the man who plays him on the big screen is no optimist.
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
No whining about measly travel headaches with the mother of all bad-trip sagas looming on the big screen.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
French people enjoy going out and watching their movies on a big screen.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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