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a big deal vs the big deal

Both 'a big deal' and 'the big deal' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'A big deal' is used to refer to something important or significant in a general sense, while 'the big deal' is used when referring to a specific important or significant event or situation.

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a big deal

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to something important or significant.

This phrase is used to describe something that is considered important, significant, or impressive.

Examples:

Winning the championship was a big deal for the team.
Getting a promotion was a big deal for her career.
It's not a big deal if you can't make it to the party.
She made a big deal out of his birthday.
He didn't think it was a big deal.

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Call the police. That's not a big deal.
Rufus, this really isn't a big deal.
A baby, it's a big deal.
Like that calendar's a big deal.
It's kind of a big deal with coach resigning.
Just pick an outfit. It's not a big deal.
Courtney, it's not a big deal.
Look, it's not a big deal.
It's not a big deal for me.
This is a big deal for me.
But seriously, it's not a big deal.
I think parents splitting up is always a big deal.
Look, it is not a big deal.
This guy's a big deal.
We thought two million was a big deal.
Everybody makes a big deal out of nothing.
Angelo, it is a big deal to raise a kid.
It's a big deal in bypass surgery.
Vivian, it's not a big deal.
Actually, it was a big deal.

Alternatives:

a significant event
an important matter
a major issue
a significant achievement
a notable occurrence

the big deal

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific important or significant event or situation.

This phrase is used when talking about a particular important or significant matter or event that is known or has been previously mentioned.

Examples:

The big deal is happening tomorrow.
She made a big deal out of the situation.
He didn't want to make a big deal out of it.
What's the big deal about this movie?
Don't make the big deal bigger than it is.

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But honestly I really don't know what the big deal is.
I don't understand what the big deal is. Nathan's always nice to you.
I don't see what the big deal is.
What is the big deal with staying with the group?
Sir, I still don't see what the big deal is.
(Nora) I honestly don't see what the big deal is, but if it's so offensive to her, I'll take it down.
What is the big deal, Dennis?
I don't get what the big deal is.
Sweets, what is the big deal?
With lewd photos of himself sent to my wife's e-mail address, asking what the big deal with nudity was.
Personally, I don't see the big deal if it shows.
You don't know what the big deal is?
I don't see what the big deal is. Screenplays are easy.
I don't know what the big deal is, we knew we were getting divorced.
Not telling me, that's the big deal.
As long as you guysdon't hate each other, I don't seewhat the big deal is.
What is the big deal about meeting her?
And what is the big deal anyway?
Lily, what is the big deal?
You kissed someone else, that's the big deal,

Alternatives:

the significant event
the important matter
the major issue
the significant achievement
the notable occurrence

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