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in a big way

Idioms  

  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]

Example Sentences

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He said that Masters experience helps in a big way now.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The memory trade had been coming undone in recent weeks, but it now looks to be back on in a big way following the announcement of a two-week cease-fire agreement with Iran.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Confidently, “Yes” ups the buffoonery in a big way, signaling an increased willingness to bruise viewers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The wheels have come off for Aston Villa in a big way and Unai Emery was obviously right when he was so negative about his side's title hopes.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

That got things rolling for Dearly in a big way.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner

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