big man on campus
Example Sentences
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He developed into an all-conference post player who Arnold remembered becoming literally a big man on campus known for a large circle of friends.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2021
Iran’s military boss, Qasem Suleimani, thinks he’s a big man on campus.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2018
The position isn’t as macho as linebacker; you don’t become the big man on campus kicking extra points.
From Washington Post • Nov. 23, 2016
HA: Oh, he was big man on campus.
From Time • Aug. 22, 2014
Plus, I was finally a big man on campus.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
