big-city
adjective
: of or relating to a large city
big-city problems such as overcrowding and noise
a big-city school/hospital
big-city mayors
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Wu was one of four big-city mayors to be notified of an impending visit from the DOJ’s Federal Task Force to Combat Antisemitism, which was created via an executive order from President Donald Trump.
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
For college graduates who want to stay in the Midwest but still get the big-city experience, Chicago is the only logical choice.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
The band's combination of boyish charm, big-city energy and catchy tunes has not only cultivated a following but also landed the group on several big stages.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
While his line cooks dished out $26 plates of handmade rigatoni big enough for two, next door Sushi | Bar, a high-end Japanese restaurant with multiple big-city locations, served nigiri tasting menus starting at $165 per person before tax, gratuity and drinks.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 18 Feb. 2025
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Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
For college graduates who want to stay in the Midwest but still get the big-city experience, Chicago is the only logical choice.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
The band's combination of boyish charm, big-city energy and catchy tunes has not only cultivated a following but also landed the group on several big stages.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
While his line cooks dished out $26 plates of handmade rigatoni big enough for two, next door Sushi | Bar, a high-end Japanese restaurant with multiple big-city locations, served nigiri tasting menus starting at $165 per person before tax, gratuity and drinks.
—Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 18 Feb. 2025
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“Big-city.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big-city. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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