big break
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Firstly, there was Big Break - the BBC One primetime snooker-themed quiz show that Virgo co-presented with Jim Davidson from 1991 to 2002.
From BBC
He is perhaps best known for his post-playing career, presenting snooker TV programme Big Break alongside comedian Jim Davidson from 1991 to 2002.
From BBC
In June, Bovino got his big break when Noem tapped him to lead operations in Los Angeles.
But singing pop music was never a comfortable pairing, so Parton returned to country music, later landing her big break on “The Porter Wagoner Show.”
From Los Angeles Times
Gene Wilder, in an archival interview, grows absolutely reverent when asked about his first meeting with Mr. Brooks, who gave him his big break in “The Producers.”
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
