big picture
Example Sentences
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This activity itself isn’t new: People frequently work out the big picture of romantic compatibility by listing pros and cons, and the discovery of such a list is a recurring trope in sitcoms and rom-coms.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
The devil here isn’t in the details but in the big picture.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
The prime minister makes his big picture pitch on the economy in The Times today.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
This week I am looking at the big picture, sharing words of caution to avoid sabotaging future prospects.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Mom says that our Seurat poster reminds her to look at the big picture.
From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead
