red-letter

Example Sentences

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This was a red-letter day for Adelaide-born Head as he scored a stunning century in front of a packed crowd on familiar territory.

From BBC

This was a red-letter day in the history of Liverpool's famous old stadium as the new top deck of the Anfield Road Stand was in use for the first time.

From BBC

His 24 points - his highest tally in a Test match - included two tries, but his kicking, vision and communicative skills laid the foundation for Ireland's red-letter day.

From BBC

Saturday was a red-letter day for the history of art in Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times

Normally he was a jovial man, with an impish sense of humor, but on that red-letter day he was clearly bummed.

From Washington Post