megahit
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of megahit
First recorded in 1980–85
Example Sentences
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Abbott may be best known for stealing the hearts of “Girls” fans when he portrayed Charlie Dattolo on the HBO megahit.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
“After the Ball” is widely considered America’s first true pop megahit, according to the Library of Congress.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026
The duo performed a rock version of their megahit APT, which is nominated for three prizes at the ceremony, including song of the year.
From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026
The 37-year-old star appeared onstage wearing a traditional Korean hat known as a "gat", featured in Netflix's animated megahit "KPop Demon Hunters".
From Barron's • Nov. 1, 2025
Blur even satirized grunge music with its megahit “Song 2,” a song of nonsense lyrics and unearned vim.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025
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