Be (a bit) on the large side In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be (a bit) on the large side", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-11-28 04:11

Meaning of Be (a bit) on the large side

Be (a bit) on the large side phrase

To be a bit large

Do you have other shoes? This one seems to be a bit on the large side for my feet.

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Used to say that something applies to or impacts every part or individual in a group or spectrum of things.

Grammar and Usage of Be (a bit) on the large side

Verb Forms

  • is/are (a bit) on the large side
  • was/were (a bit) on the large side

The verb "be" must be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Be (a bit) on the large side

The origin of this phrase is not clear.

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