as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
the economy was in recession, but the fat-cat financiers on Wall Street didn't seem to be suffering
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as in have
a wealthy person
that last recession was particularly hard on the poor, but the fat cats barely noticed a dip in their bank accounts
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as in heavyweight
one of high position or importance within a group
a candidate that has the backing of most of the party's fat cats
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Recent Examples of fat-cat
Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 7 Aug. 2024
But Bergman’s the sort of lawyer who strikes fear in fat cats’ hearts.
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2024
So if a fat cat wrote a check for $10,000 to a candidate for Senate, there would be a match on $250.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2024
There were six movie adaptations along the way in an attempt to revive the popularity of the beloved fat cat, including the live-action Garfield: The Movie released in 2004, and the subsequent Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties in 2006.
—Kristina Behr, Parents, 20 May 2024
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Poor poll numbers caused panicky Democratic Party oligarchs and fat cat donors to oust him as their candidate.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 7 Aug. 2024
But Bergman’s the sort of lawyer who strikes fear in fat cats’ hearts.
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2024
So if a fat cat wrote a check for $10,000 to a candidate for Senate, there would be a match on $250.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2024
There were six movie adaptations along the way in an attempt to revive the popularity of the beloved fat cat, including the live-action Garfield: The Movie released in 2004, and the subsequent Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties in 2006.
—Kristina Behr, Parents, 20 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fat-cat
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Public-private partnerships can bolster this effort by funding and implementing robust digital infrastructure, preventing advances in AI and computing from becoming the exclusive privilege of wealthier communities.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The fabulously wealthy Octopussy is seen in jumpsuits, saris, and all manner of wardrobe, but nothing expresses her style so well as this personalized silk robe, bearing a painting of the cephalopod that inspired her nickname on the back.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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Behind the scenes, the information divide between baseball's haves and have-nots looks even larger as the talent divide on the field.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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The stadium authority is responsible for several key deals the A’s have in Las Vegas, including their stadium lease, development and non-relocation agreements.—
Evan Drellich,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Located in the Central Embassy mall, the restaurant specializes in Thai boat noodles—an aromatic soup made with rich, spiced broth, pork or beef, herbs, and the signature ingredient, a little pig or cow’s blood.—
Regan Stephens,
Vogue,
23 Mar. 2025
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The style is classic yet rustic, with smooth planks, a rich stain, decorative moldings along the rim, and baseboards along the bottom.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Mar. 2025
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Frank's financial backers included venture capitalist Michael Eisenberg.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2025
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Another prominent Trump donor, venture capitalist Marc Andreessen, has similarly criticized the bureau’s efforts to oversee financial technology companies.—
Jake Pearson,
ProPublica,
26 Mar. 2025
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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
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The other students find the burden of imperfect English heavy.—
Jesse Green,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But Chinese consumers are growing increasingly affluent, which presents an opportunity for American producers.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2025
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The village, which includes some of Miami-Dade’s most affluent neighborhoods, has already collected 90,000 pounds of food waste in just one year.—
ASHLEY MIZNAZI,
Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2025
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Related Articles Anthony Vaccarello told WWD that the brand’s totally translucent silk stocking extravaganza for fall 2024 was inspired by ideals of fragility, something that surely strikes home for both musicians.—
Violet Goldstone,
WWD,
25 Sep. 2024
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Tweed waistcoats, felt hats, and silk stockings abound.—
Bob Sorokanich,
Robb Report,
17 Sep. 2023
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Tyler Nickel has made numerous clutch 3-pointers, and the combination of that trio of perimeter weapons with a pair of burly, undersized bigs has made Vandy really dangerous.—
The Athletic,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article Welcome to the bigs, Matt Richtman.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Fat-cat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fat-cat. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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