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Definition big deal in American English

big deal noun

[singular] noun
1

something that is very important

Example

Water is a big deal in the Southwest.

Example

It's no big deal if you can't pay me back right now.

Example

Relax - it's not that big a deal if we're five minutes late.

Example

I know he's done well in all his classes, but I don't see why he has to make such a big deal out of it!

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Definition big deal in American English