With a capital A, B, etc.

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Used for emphasis to show that someone or something is a great example of a particular quality, type or group.

She's a troublemaker, and I mean with a capital T.
Visual representation of "with a capital A, B, etc." - Used for emphasis to show that someone or something is a great example of a particular quality, type or group.

Often appears as...

  • with a capital t
  • with a capital b
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Visual representation of "with a capital A, B, etc."
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Emphasis Marker

The phrase gives extra weight to the quality being described, making it more significant.

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He's optimistic with a capital O about the team's chances.
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Personification

Words get a personality trait; they 'wear' the capital letter like a badge of honor.

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This movie is Cheesy with a capital C.
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Speech Enhancer

When spoken, stress the capital letter for a dramatic effect in conversations.

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She was Cold with a capital C, not even a goodbye!
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