grand-scale
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of grand-scale
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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“One Battle After Another” blends both together to become the perfect showcase for Anderson’s knack for capturing human idiosyncrasies and spinning them into grand-scale storytelling.
From Los Angeles Times
“A series of generous reception rooms overlook this space, creating a seamless link between indoors and out. Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and relaxing, the layout combines sharp architectural detail with a contemporary eye for volume, proportion and finish.”
From MarketWatch
The property “designed for grand-scale entertaining and quiet retreat alike” includes a cozy home theater, a chic bar, a pool cabana, a large gym, a game room, an outdoor projection screen, and a sport court.
From MarketWatch
The titters would feel dismissive, except that they also fit the tone’s grand-scale terror.
From Los Angeles Times
Stone can play shrewd, silly, gorgeous, repellent, frail and frightening simultaneously, in a register at once intimate and grand-scale.
From Los Angeles Times
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