big league
The term "big league" originated from sports, but it is now used in various fields to indicate a high level of achievement or competition.
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Definition
B2Sports
(formal, informal)The highest level of professional competition in sports.
Example
- Making it to the big league is the dream of many young athletes.
- He was drafted into the big league right out of college.
B2Business
(formal, informal)A sphere of significant influence or importance in business.
Example
- After years of hard work, her startup finally entered the big league.
- The merger catapulted the company into the big league of the tech industry.
B2General
(slang)To a significant degree or on a large scale.
Example
- They invested in the project big league, hoping for huge returns.
- The event was organized big league, with hundreds of guests and top-tier entertainment.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "big league":
major leaguefarm leaguebig timebush leagueminor leaguebig namebig shotbig dealbig moneybig oneheavy hitterplay ball