big end of town
The top end of town.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The big end of town controls most of the local economy.”
“New regulations are causing a lot of concern among the big end of town, as they fear higher taxes on their profits.”
“While the government claims to support small businesses, critics argue that their policies primarily serve the interests of the big end of town.”
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all ends up
Completely; totally.
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arse end of nowhere
A very remote place.
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big boy
A large object or person.
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big boys
The people or bodies with the most influence and/or power.
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big break
A breakthrough, especially the first big hit of a previously unknown performer or performers in the entertainment industry.
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big bucks
Lots of money.
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big cheese
A very important figure, especially a high-ranking person in an organization.
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big deal
Something very important or difficult; a matter of great concern; a considerable feat or achievement.
Last updated August 10, 2026