big kahuna
Example Sentences
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"Given the interest of the majority of states in pursuing this issue, we think it's only appropriate that the big kahuna, the federal government, take action as well."
From Salon ● Aug. 19, 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
We first meet Charlie Barnes as he realizes he has “the big kahuna of cancers: pancreatic.”
From New York Times ● Sep. 28, 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
