The phrase "past greats" refers to people who were highly talented, skilled, or accomplished in the past. It is often used to describe individuals who were exceptional in their field or have left a lasting impact on history. Full definition
The last thing the world needs is yet another message T - shirt, but I just couldn't go past this great graphic of the bicycle fish eating the sports utility vehicle. (treehugger.com)
It presents a personal interpretation of the Arab world's past great artists. (qm.org.qa)
There's something special about tapping the same light that past great American painters have tapped. (cmcanow.org)