(as|) large as life
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used to express a sense of astonishment or surprise when encountering someone or something
The phrase "large as life" is an idiom used to emphasize the striking or remarkable presence of someone or something, as if they were larger than life itself. The expression originated in the 19th century and likely comes from the idea that when something or someone is extraordinary, they appear larger and more vivid, even beyond their actual physical size.
- When I walked into the room, there was my childhood friend, as large as life, standing in the crowd.
- The famous actor appeared on the stage, large as life, and the audience erupted in applause.
- She found the rare and valuable artifact, just as described in the legend, as large as life.
- After years of searching, I finally saw the elusive snow leopard, large as life, in the wild.
- The old photograph showed my grandparents, young and in love, large as life, on their wedding day.