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big deal

[big deel] / ˈbɪg ˈdil /




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If not, no big deal; I now have another golfing buddy.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

To those directly involved, the lawsuit is a big deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Starship tests are a big deal for space enthusiasts and for investors.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“We don’t get here without the support of a lot of people, and I’ve always said this, but volleyball is a big deal in our community. This matters.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

“You know I kind of suck at batting,” Toby said, shrugging like it was not a big deal.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman




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