big picture
Example Sentences
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The devil here isn’t in the details but in the big picture.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
In the big picture, though, with the caveats of the regulations, F1 cars are still the fastest and most demanding in the world, and they are still testing the drivers to the limit.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Dr. Mansi is thinking about the big picture.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
Although it’s small, the unit is sunny and bright, with a pitched roof and a big picture window overlooking the lush backyard and swimming pool.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
It was dangerous to not pay attention and not think about the big picture, but it was equally dangerous to finally understand what was going on and not do something about it.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
