big deal

noun

: something of special importance

what's the big deal?

—sometimes used ironically as an interjection

Examples of big deal in a Sentence

The party was a big deal. The cost didn't seem like much to me, but I know it was a big deal for many people.

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Choosing a name for your child is a big deal, to say the very least. —

Kara Nesvig, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025 Because player pregame fashion is a big deal these days, Marshall wanted to know what Hopkins planned to wear ahead of Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Hopkins, who is in his 12th NFL season, got emotional while talking about a special jacket. —

Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2025 But the big deal is the place’s location amid the wonders of the Utah desert. —

Alison Osius, Outside Online, 31 Jan. 2025 That’s why female representation in the rap categories is a big deal — and the Grammys are finally catching up, with Doechii the first woman nominated for Best Rap Album since Cardi B won for Invasion of Privacy in 2019. —

Justin Curto, Vulture, 28 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for big deal