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larger than life
larg·er-than-life
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ˈlɑr
dʒər
ðənˈlaɪf
/
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lahyf
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adjective
exceedingly imposing, impressive, or memorable, especially in appearance or forcefulness:
a larger-than-life leader.
Origin:
1945–50
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larger-than-life
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adj
exceptionally striking or colourful
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
2009 © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins
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