main event

Example Sentences

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Now you’ve got a slightly cleaner slate — and you’re ready for the main event: dishes.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

The main event was the “cooling steam therapy,” which Xie said was meant to be calming and refreshing and help relieve tired eyes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The tricky part is that even when the main event is “free,” the total adds up quickly.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

The main event at the NPC is the Government Work Report delivered by the premier, which reviews the previous year's performance and sets the policy agenda and economic targets for the year ahead.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

He said, ‘You’re lucky I’m saving my energy for the main event, little satyr. I’ll just grant you a short nap. Pleasant dreams.’

From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan