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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Kylie and Jason’s daughters served as the couple’s flower girls for the big day. Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026 For the big day, Markle wore a white off-the-shoulder gown by Clare Waight Keller. Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 20 Aug. 2026 One piece of the wedding puzzle the groom took on was the menu for the big day. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026 Planning food, favors, and gifts way ahead of time can help the big day feel less stressful. Amanda Rock, Parents, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the big day

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“The big day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20big%20day. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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