grand scheme

English

Alternative forms

• grand scheme of things

Etymology

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Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ɡɹænd ˈskiːm/

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Noun

grand scheme (plural grand schemes)

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see grand,‎ scheme.
2. (idiomatic) The totality of the situation approached objectively; the big picture.

Synonyms

• big picture

See also

• bigger fish to fry
• bird's-eye view
• gestalt
• gist
• overview
• see the forest for the trees