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big money

idiom
Meaning

A large amount of money, especially a significant source of revenue or income.


Examples
SIMPLE

Professional athletes often earn big money.

CONTEXTUAL

He quit his steady office job to pursue a career in acting, hoping to make big money.

COMPLEX

While the startup promised its investors big money, the actual revenue remained disappointingly low after the first year of operations.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    bees and honey

    [Cockney slang]money

  2. 02

    big boy

    A large object or person.

  3. 03

    big boys

    The people or bodies with the most influence and/or power.

  4. 04

    big break

    A breakthrough, especially the first big hit of a previously unknown performer or performers in the entertainment industry.

  5. 05

    big bucks

    Lots of money.

  6. 06

    big cheese

    A very important figure, especially a high-ranking person in an organization.

  7. 07

    big deal

    Something very important or difficult; a matter of great concern; a considerable feat or achievement.

  8. 08

    big dick energy

    Unassuming self-confidence.

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