large sum

Example Sentences

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That is a large sum in rural Nigeria and cattle represent a family's wealth, built up over generations.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

She said she never received the large sum of money from Epstein cited in the memo and was never contacted by the DEA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

"I'm here because there are values I desperately want more than a large sum of money," Min said on Wednesday, noting that NewJeans was the main reason behind her decision to give up the payout.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

You may need a large sum of money as you get older, especially if you or your husband needs long-term care.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026

A rich man, himself a former quiz champion, heard of the case and gave a large sum of money to the Washingtons to aid their search.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart