big deal

Example Sentences

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“For us, performing there is such a big deal, it’s nerve-racking.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"It's a big deal not only for Chevron but the entire Gulf region," says Tim Potter.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Was it really such a big deal to begin with?

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

That’s no big deal if you’re going to binge movies or TV shows for hours or snooze the flight away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

He had seen it happen before; if his mother showed concern about a small injury, Abby practically got hysterical, but if Mom acted like it was no big deal, Abby relaxed, too.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret