- writ large
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phrasal
on a larger scale or in a more prominent manner <the problems of modern totalitarianism are only our own problems writ large — Times Literary Supplement>
New Collegiate Dictionary. 2001.
writ large
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writ large — If something is writ large, it is emphasised or highlighted … The small dictionary of idiomes
writ large — • Every project has success writ large over it Author, 1994. This still popular phrase is first recorded in the 17c, and is based on a participial form of write that is otherwise obsolete … Modern English usage
writ large — ► writ large in an obvious or exaggerated form. Main Entry: ↑writ … English terms dictionary
writ large — formal if something is another thing writ large, it is a clearer or stronger form of that thing. Hollywood is American society writ large … New idioms dictionary
writ large — adjective Magnified; on a large scale. In the case of Malaysia, for instance, the regime depends not on labour writ large but specifically on the unorganised Malay masses … Wiktionary
writ large — If something is writ large, it is emphasised or highlighted. (Dorking School Dictionary) … English Idioms & idiomatic expressions
writ large — literary 1) clear to almost anyone Surprise was writ large on her face. 2) in a bigger form … English dictionary
Writ large — If something is writ large, it is emphasised or highlighted … Dictionary of English idioms
writ large — adjective made more obvious or prominent (Freq. 1) the effect of...his irregular life could be seen writ large on his gaunt features • Similar to: ↑obvious … Useful english dictionary
writ large — in an obvious or exaggerated form. → one s writ … English new terms dictionary
