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 by the time the climactic showdown rolls around, certain revelations about the big day never make sense, and others imply the kind of nuanced character development that never comes to fruition. —
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026 Charles’ son Prince William and Camilla’s son Tom both served as witnesses on the big day. —Stephanie Kaloi, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 The new home base for Inter Miami has already welcomed season ticket holders for a sneak peek before the big day, allowing fans to see Lionel Messi and his teammates during a training session. —Samantha Rivera, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026 Nothing has been confirmed yet, but some fans think the big day will take place on June 13 in Rhode Island. —Meg Walters, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the big day
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Ben Travers, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026 Charles’ son Prince William and Camilla’s son Tom both served as witnesses on the big day. —Stephanie Kaloi, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 The new home base for Inter Miami has already welcomed season ticket holders for a sneak peek before the big day, allowing fans to see Lionel Messi and his teammates during a training session. —Samantha Rivera, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026 Nothing has been confirmed yet, but some fans think the big day will take place on June 13 in Rhode Island. —Meg Walters, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the big day
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