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vaudeville performed in the top-ranking, big-city theatrical circuits, at high pay
the level regarded as highest in any profession, occupation, etc.

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adjective, adverb

Slang at, of, or to a very great degree, extent, etc.: a big-time swindle, to be hurt big-time

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noun
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The most prestigious level of attainment in a competitive field: made it to the big time with his latest film.

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bigˈ-timˌer noun

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