big on

phrase

Synonyms of big onnext
: strongly favoring or liking
also : noted for
she is big on blushing —Arnold Hano

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Meanwhile, in the past few months, a few extremely high-profile transactions tell a different story, one that involves individuals and families betting big on Napa Valley. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2026 Research is big on tracking survival stats, but quality of life for survivors — not so much. — Stat Staff, STAT, 23 Oct. 2026 Spotify has bet big on video podcasts, and Netflix has added them to its platform, both of which are attempts to compete with YouTube, diversify their offerings and keep consumers tuned in. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026 JetBlue is betting big on Fort Lauderdale, and not only for routes. — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for big on

Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of big on was in 1864

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“Big on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20on. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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