make it big
Example Sentences
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The Wall Street pro, who knows a thing or two about leverage, didn’t mince words in a warning for rookie stock and options traders, and the prospect that they’ll make it big.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
The rewards for those who make it big can be huge, but there are many aspiring influencers whose careers never take off.
From BBC • Sep. 26, 2025
“Our dream was always to make it big so we can perform in front of thousands of people. It should still feel like everybody’s part of it; everyone can be involved.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2025
The self-proclaimed, "Swamp Princess," has had an internet presence for years, posting to YouTube manifesting that she would make it big — and she did.
From Salon • Jan. 27, 2025
“No, the rest of it is that if you go on to make it big in basketball he’s going to tell the world how he helped you make it big,” Goldy said.
From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers
