The company hired a heavy hitter to lead their sales team.
heavy hitter
idiomA person of considerable importance who is a major decision maker or capable achiever; an especially significant organization or an especially functional object.
The conference invited several heavy hitters from the tech industry to discuss the future of artificial intelligence.
By securing the support of such a heavy hitter in the political arena, the movement finally gained the momentum required to influence national policy.
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hang heavy
To seem to pass slowly; to crawl.
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heavy as a dead donkey
Very heavy.
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heavy equipment
Any of a diverse class of large machines used in construction and mining for earthmoving tasks (e.g., digging, grading), logging, and other heavy-duty applications.
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heavy foot
A habit of driving fast.
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heavy going
Something that is boring; difficult to make progress on, or tedious
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heavy lifting
The most demanding part of an endeavour; work requiring the most effort, resources, or consideration.
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heavy with child
visibly pregnant
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hot and heavy
Passionate.