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in a big way

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  1. To a great extent, conspicuously. For example, I could go for a hamburger in a big way, or This hotel chain is expanding in a big way. [Slang; late 1800s]


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Astera Labs excited investors in a big way on Tuesday as management talked up its opportunity in the red-hot optical arena and offered more visibility into the timeline for a key networking switch.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

It’s set to catch up in a big way on Thursday.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Nvidia, a major customer for Arm’s basic designs, is stepping up its own CPU efforts in a big way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

In order for new manager Skip Schumaker to return the Rangers to form, he’s going to need his position players to bounce back in a big way.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Palmer, Casey: Casey lucked out in a big way.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith

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