big picture

Definitions

1. The totality of a situation.
2. The main film in a double feature.
   British, Ireland, dated
3. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see big, picture.

Equivalents

Examples

“I do not care whether it is placed or not, if I get⟳ my stuff to that ship. Now, it is my job to look⟳ at the big picture.”

“We need⟳ somebody who will overlook the petty details, look⟳ at the big picture, decide⟳ what is necessary to end⟳ the war, make⟳ a plan⟳,”

“I met an executive from Missouri who turned around a failing plant⟳ by sharing information with employees about the company's performance. When the employees understood the big picture, they did even better at their jobs.”

“In the prewedding whirlwind of bridal showers, dress shopping, and parties, even the most budget savvy bridesmaids can overspend by mistake⟳. Because the events span several months, it can be easy to lose⟳ track of the big picture and splurge at each event.”

“Having laid out these big-picture figures, the report⟳ then begins its analysis of traffic types against route mileage.”

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