a big name/noise

a big noise

An important, successful, or influential person. Did you hear that Kelly got promoted to senior analyst? She's a big noise now.
See also: big, noise
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a big ˈname/ˈnoise

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a ˈbig shot

(informal) an important person: ‘What does Ian’s dad do?’ ‘Oh, he’s a big shot in the City.’ OPPOSITE: small fry
See also: big, name, noise
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See also:
  • a big noise
  • big noise
  • noise
  • a big cheese
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  • big cheese
  • big cheese, the
  • big on
  • big on (something)
  • big deal