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big kahuna

[big kuh-hoo-nuh] / ˈbɪg kəˈhu nə /










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But the big kahuna of consumer deflation is electronics.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2024

Still, there were others: The heart-tugging “CODA” had a great night, winning best supporting actor, best adapted screenplay and the big kahuna, best picture, ending the ceremony on an ebullient note.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 28, 2022

Robin Hood, the big kahuna of charity dinners, raised $77.5 million to fight poverty in New York City; the Oct.

From New York Times • Oct. 22, 2021

The Rebate Project, though, is the big kahuna.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2021

Golf's upper echelon is lush with firepower and a compelling argument can be made for a number of players as the current big kahuna.

From Golf Digest • Nov. 6, 2018




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