big deal

Example Sentences

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"It's a big deal for us," Nathan said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“To keep oil prices at these levels, there must therefore be a big deal of optimism about a peace deal baked in.”

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

And we all know not to make a big deal about that, right?

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Caitlin Clark says everybody making a big deal about a heated moment on the bench between her and Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White has gotten it “blatantly wrong.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“It’s not a big deal, Adam,” he said in a calming voice.

From "A Monster of a Mystery (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #5)" by Franklin W. Dixon