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
Kristina Behr, Parents, 20 May 2024
Bill Murray has previously played America’s fat cat in Garfield: The Movie in 2004 and Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties in 2006.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 13 Nov. 2023
But the army of fat cats did not come to Virginia Beach simply to save the state.
—Norman J. Ornstein, The New Republic, 31 Oct. 2023
There’s no angry condemnation of Wall Street fat cats here; just plenty of quirkiness around the edges, not least of all from the late Willie Garson as Bomer’s street contact.
—Matthew Gilbert, BostonGlobe.com, 1 Sep. 2023
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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
Bill Murray has previously played America’s fat cat in Garfield: The Movie in 2004 and Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties in 2006.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 13 Nov. 2023
But the army of fat cats did not come to Virginia Beach simply to save the state.
—Norman J. Ornstein, The New Republic, 31 Oct. 2023
There’s no angry condemnation of Wall Street fat cats here; just plenty of quirkiness around the edges, not least of all from the late Willie Garson as Bomer’s street contact.
—Matthew Gilbert, BostonGlobe.com, 1 Sep. 2023
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An analysis of satellite images by Microsoft offered a glimpse of the devastation in one section of Pacific Palisades, a wealthy neighborhood between Malibu and Santa Monica.Leanne Abraham, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Even for wealthy investors, passive holdings have a strong appeal, says Christopher C. Geczy, Wharton adjunct professor of finance and academic director of the Wharton Wealth Management Initiative.Francis Gingras Roy, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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That left a landscape of haves and have-nots, with nearly 200 veteran free agents still unsigned.Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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So there is a never-ending dialogue between the haves and don’t-want-to-haves, who each claim a piece of the art.David Aldridge, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
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The whisky's texture is rich, creamy, and mouth-coating.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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There are rich, green forests, abundant wildflowers, intricate cave systems and drinking water that can be sipped on site.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
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The issue was recently catapulted into mainstream consciousness by venture capitalist Marc Andreessen's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast.Billy Bambrough, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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The Trump administration will be heavily influenced by this zero sum narrative, given the prominent role that will be played by technology leaders and venture capitalists.Will Knight, WIRED, 15 Jan. 2025
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Not without consequence, of course, and not just from New York heavies—in his years of flouting the conventions of etiquette in the bush, around animals, whether while making images or just out wandering, Peter was not entirely unscathed.Chris Wallace, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
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But at six-foot-two, with the big, square features and the theatrical presence of a human monolith, Chen looks as well as buzzes like the authority figures and heavies that are a star basso’s ticket to the really big time.airmail.news, airmail.news, 7 Dec. 2024
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With its booming affluent population, China is at the forefront of this transformation, propelling the growth of the luxury vehicle market.Sarwant Singh, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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One of the blazes — the Palisades fire, in one of the city’s most affluent areas — has damaged or destroyed thousands of buildings and has burned more than 17,200 acres.Natasha Frost, New York Times, 10 Jan. 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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In Broome, Auburn has one of the most skilled bigs in the country.Brendan Marks, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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Boost from the bigs Jonathan Isaac and Wendell Carter Jr. were aggressive on offense from the jump.Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Fat-cat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fat-cat. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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