big shot
Example Sentences
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I hope the move to number seven works for him but he is not quite looking like the Stokes that walked out, bossed around, owned the crease and played the big shot.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Later in the chat, a Binance VIP client manager said: “Karry the big shot, haha. Boss Rock has mentioned you before.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
“It’s a big shot in the arm,” manager Dave Roberts said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2025
“It’s a big shot in the arm,” Roberts said of Kershaw pregame, before Sasaki went on the injured list.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 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
