Example sentences of "[noun sg] has [been] a big [noun sg] " in BNC.

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1 ‘ Playing in the first team has been a big step up after the Academy and the reserves .
2 BENN 'S campaign in Chesterfield , where he is defending an 8,700 majority , has been fought face-to-face on the grimy doorsteps and in smoky rooms ; a factory meeting has been a big event .
3 McCallen 's high-striking rate has been a big factor in Bangor 's success this season .
4 ‘ The winter sale has been a big disappointment .
5 He explains : ‘ I 'm fitter than ever , physically and mentally , and golf has been a big help .
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