Give/have it large

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To act or behave in an extravagant or ostentatious manner; to exaggerate one's achievements or abilities.

He's not one to shy away from attention - he really knows how to give it large when he's on stage.
Visual representation of "give/have it large" - To act or behave in an extravagant or ostentatious manner; to exaggerate one's achievements or abilities.

Often appears as...

  • give it large on stage
  • he's giving it large

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Informal

Idiomatic

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Attention Grabbing

Used when someone wants to be the center of attention, often in a showy way.

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At the awards ceremony, he was giving it large with loud jokes and flashy clothes.
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Possible Negativity

Can imply that someone is being too loud or showing off more than necessary.

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She really gave it large at the meeting, and it turned some people off.
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Exaggeration Warning

Be cautious: someone 'giving it large' may be overstating their abilities.

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He's giving it large about his new job, but I doubt it's as glamorous as he says.
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