Used when someone or something has escaped from confinement or control. After the jailbreak, the robbers were at large in the city.
Pro Tip 2/3
Still Free
Emphasizes that someone remains free after escaping custody or has not been captured yet. The suspects have been at large for two weeks now.
Pro Tip 3/3
Urgency
Can convey a sense of urgency or danger when referring to a criminal or dangerous animal. Residents were warned not to go out at night with the predator at large.