the next big thing
noun
: a future trend
Designers will discuss the next big thing in home decorating.
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In an industry constantly chasing the next big thing, these veterans remind us that greatness doesn’t fade.
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 26 Nov. 2025
For years people have been saying that rum will be the next big thing for whiskey drinkers, as more and more aged expressions come to market that appeal to fans of bourbon, rye, and scotch.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
Like many of the attendees, Gurung was taking the long view at the awards dinner versus looking out for the next big thing.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
What’s the next big thing in your field?
—JSTOR Daily, 28 Oct. 2025
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 26 Nov. 2025
For years people have been saying that rum will be the next big thing for whiskey drinkers, as more and more aged expressions come to market that appeal to fans of bourbon, rye, and scotch.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
Like many of the attendees, Gurung was taking the long view at the awards dinner versus looking out for the next big thing.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
What’s the next big thing in your field?
—JSTOR Daily, 28 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the next big thing
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“The next big thing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20next%20big%20thing. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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