look big

Example Sentences

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When I get that feeling on the back of my neck, I just slow down, and do my best to look big — having an enormous pack helps.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2024

Instead, experts said people should back away very slowly, give the bear space, talk calmly and make themselves look big.

From BBC • May 3, 2023

The wildlife department has an extensive list of tips to avoid conflict with cougars, and what to do if attacked: make yourself look big, fight back, and don’t run.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2022

This tom has reportedly flapped its wings, puffed itself up to look big using a common turkey tactic to defend against predators, scratched several people with its talons, and of course, gobbled at people.

From Washington Post • May 19, 2022

I wondered if there was a yard in back, because the small, square front yard didn’t look big enough for a good game of tag.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad