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the big picture

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the big picture
the most important facts about a situation and the effects of that situation on other things In my political work I try to concentrate on the big picture and not be distracted by details.
See also: big, picture

the big picture also the whole picture
the most important facts about a situation and the effects that it has on other things Melissa's opinions don't take the big picture into account.
Usage notes: often used after look at: When you look at the big picture, a slight increase in unemployment is not significant.
See also: big, picture


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I saw him myself, standing upon that chair and fixing the big picture above it.
 
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