big deal

Example Sentences

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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

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

They may be dignified or downright quirky and playfully no big deal, just a here-we-go.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Cat tried to keep her expression casual, like it was normal to have thirty samples of ice cream—no big deal.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn