big money

noun

: a lot of money
She was earning big money as a lawyer.

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There is a level of skill needed to win big money at Wheel of Fortune and Kentucky native Lidia Abbot displayed her skills to the fullest. Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024 Paying a slugger like Pete Alonso big money would probably be a safer bet than any pitcher, but none of the premier free agent bats seem like a good fit. Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2024 In Season 1, contestants were given one opportunity to vote — to continue to try for the big money, or quit and go home with nothing but their lives. Michael Ordoña, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024 The last thing the Tigers need is another infielder that signs for big money and doesn't produce. Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for big money 

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“Big money.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20money. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.

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