big deal

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Victory at Sea was a big deal in its heyday.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

And yeah, the Dead Kennedys were a big deal in my late teens.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Lower-price cars are critical to sales growth, which is why the R2 is such a big deal for the company.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Accepting the award, Manville said: "I'm a bit overwhelmed, it was my first time on Broadway so this is such a big deal."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“A book about Langston Hughes,” I say, like it’s no big deal.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist