big deal

The phrase "big deal" can express importance, significance, or irony, often used in informal contexts.

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Definition

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(informal)Something of great importance or significance.

Example

Winning the championship was a big deal for the team.
Graduating from college is a big deal for many students.

B2General

(informal, ironic)Used to downplay the importance of something.

Example

So you got a new car—big deal!
She missed the meeting, but it’s no big deal.

B2General

(informal)A person who is considered very important or influential.

Example

He’s a big deal in the tech industry.
Meeting the CEO was a big deal for the new employees.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "big deal":

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