big shot
Example Sentences
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On “Father Figure,” Swift sings about a big shot taking a “protégé” under their wing—and demanding total loyalty in return.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2025
When the big shot came, Stokes had positioned both a mid-on and long-on while Bashir looped up the second slowest wicket-taking delivery by an England bowler this decade.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2025
Once again, a big shot for the rookie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2025
Jokic, unafraid to make the right pass, and Westbrook, unafraid to take the big shot, combined to make the play.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2025
“This is our big shot, guys. It’s like they designed the Excelsior for a Hibbleflitt!”
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
