big-ticket
adjective
big-tick·et
ˈbig-ˈti-kət 
1
: having a high price
the car was a big-ticket item
2
: having great importance or prominence : major
The founders had hoped to address three big-ticket issues: the environment, nuclear weapons, and Middle East peace.—
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with the tough economy, fewer people are likely to be making big-ticket purchases
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
Traditionally, this is a raucous night at T-Mobile Center with musical performances, skits, stand-up comedy and an auction for big-ticket items.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 3 Dec. 2025
The massive home retailer still has thousands of big-ticket items discounted, including popular area rugs, storage furniture, cotton quilts, and even convertible sofas up to 76% off.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2025
Best Furniture Wayfair Cyber Monday Deals Take full advantage of Cyber Monday and buy big-ticket items, such as furniture, which are often worthwhile investments.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for big-ticket
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“Big-ticket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big-ticket. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.
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