big wheel

noun

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as in heavyweight
one of high position or importance within a group rose in the ranks to become a big wheel on Wall Street

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Recent Examples of big wheel The Fury’s developers wisely emphasized mobility, and gave their ’bot big wheels, a low center of gravity and a high chassis with plenty of ground clearance. — David Axe, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024 These songs will keep rolling, as long as those big wheels keep on turning. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 4 Aug. 2024 The 45-gallon bin the mayor unveiled, complete with big wheels and a top that latches and the seal of the city on the side, costs $53.01; the 35-gallon model will set you back $45.88. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 11 July 2024 The car’s range varies from 424 miles (big battery, RWD Taycan, no draggy or heavy options) down to 296 miles for a twin-motor 4S with a smaller battery and big wheels. — Emily Price, PCMAG, 9 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for big wheel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for big wheel
  1. heavy
  2. big
  3. big gun
  4. big boy
  5. heavy hitter
  6. lion
  7. big cheese
Noun
  • They’re supposed to be the reinforcements, the heavies, personally recruited by Quinn — a fugitive Army Intelligence Colonel! — and installed at Beck’s place, just like Paulie.
    — Chris Klimek, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2025
  • The other students find the burden of imperfect English heavy.
    — Jesse Green, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Definition of heavy
Noun
  • Michigan boasts two excellent bigs in Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf.
    — Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
  • This game features three of the best bigs in college basketball, two of whom — Johni Broome and Danny Wolf — could be first-round picks in the 2025 NBA Draft.
    — Tobias Bass, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of big
Noun
  • The ’Davis Gun’ was not successful in putting big guns on biplanes.
    — David Hambling, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Channel 4 is bringing back its big guns with a Russell T. Davies drama and the return of a David Mitchell and Robert Webb sketch comedy after 15 years.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2025
Definition of big gun
Noun
  • There is an unlikely new kid on the block among the U.K.’s business big boys – the maker of war games miniatures, Games Workshop.
    — Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Based on its size, this big boy was near the end of its lifespan and the winter weather was taking its toll.
    — Stan Tekiela, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
Definition of big boy
Noun
  • Lincoln-Way East (23-12) There are some heavy hitters in this lineup, starting with junior outfielder Mackenzie Bacha (Louisville) and junior infielders Maddie Henry (Penn State) and Cassidy Jagielski (Notre Dame).
    — Tony Baranek, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Photo by William Silver/Shutterstock Find peaceful state parks, preserves, and refuges Everglades National Park is the state’s wildlife heavy hitter and one of the country’s most impressive wilderness areas.
    — Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of heavy hitter
Noun
  • While European clubs enjoy the lion’s share of the wealth, the prize pot will provide big boosts to other participants too.
    — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Up until recently, Napa and Sonoma have received the lion’s share of wine tourism within the state.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2025
Definition of lion
Noun
  • But a big cheese board affords the chance for people to try something new.
    — Betty Hallock, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Simply Cheetos White Cheddar Puffs These light-colored curls have big cheese flavor, a satisfying crunch and a tart kick that is dangerously delicious.
    — Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 4 June 2024
Definition of big cheese

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“Big wheel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big%20wheel. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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