make a big difference
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: lead to important changes
Her suggestion made a big difference in the final product.
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In hot weather, this action could make a big difference in how much air conditioning is required.
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Ben Coxworth
may 23, New Atlas, 23 May 2025
The kind of windows also make a big difference in the effectiveness of cross ventilation.
—Aksha Mittapalli, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
At a time when misinformation can spread faster than a virus, taking a moment to pause and fact-check can make a big difference.
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Some people are more prone to fungal infections than others, but everyday habits can make a big difference in reducing your risk, especially after treatment.
—Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 14 May 2025
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Ben Coxworth
may 23, New Atlas, 23 May 2025
The kind of windows also make a big difference in the effectiveness of cross ventilation.
—Aksha Mittapalli, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2025
At a time when misinformation can spread faster than a virus, taking a moment to pause and fact-check can make a big difference.
—Angshuman K. Kashyap, The Conversation, 16 May 2025
Some people are more prone to fungal infections than others, but everyday habits can make a big difference in reducing your risk, especially after treatment.
—Lauren Paige Richeson, Health, 14 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for make a big difference
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“Make a big difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20a%20big%20difference. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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