the big day
noun phrase
: the day that something important happens
Tomorrow is the big day.
also
: the day someone is to be married
So, when's the big day?
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But when the big day finally came, not a single person showed up.
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Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
The snapshot featured Modine sporting a black jacket over a white shirt and black pants for the big day.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
Check back for more intel on Black Friday Dermstore deals as the big day nears.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 15 Oct. 2024
There are about 800 workers at the center, who have been logging mail-in ballots and verifying signatures in anticipation of the big day.
—Rachel Uranga, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
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Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
The snapshot featured Modine sporting a black jacket over a white shirt and black pants for the big day.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
Check back for more intel on Black Friday Dermstore deals as the big day nears.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 15 Oct. 2024
There are about 800 workers at the center, who have been logging mail-in ballots and verifying signatures in anticipation of the big day.
—Rachel Uranga, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
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“The big day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20big%20day. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
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