life-changing
adjective
life-chang·ing
ˈlīf-ˌchān-jiŋ 
: having or capable of having a significant impact on someone's life
a life-changing career opportunity
a life-changing injury
… in 1986 he took a year off to travel. The experience was life-changing and led to his 1991 decision to pursue writing full-time.—
Carolyn Hart
Carolyn Hart(humorous) Made with fresh carrots, pineapple, a blend of warm spices and a homemade brown butter cream cheese frosting, this carrot cake recipe is life-changing …—Jocelyn Delk Adams
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The artist has been bravely vulnerable about her struggles over the past few years, seeing as she’s experienced multiple life-changing events.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 31 May 2024
Calling from his home in Nashville, Shultz, 40, sounds like a man catching his breath after a devastating, life-changing experience.
—Steve Appleford, SPIN, 31 May 2024
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Starting with the Space Race of the 20th century, humans have embarked on a journey through time and space with some of the most pioneering and life-changing space missions.
—Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2024
But because the penalties can be life-changing, NDAs can also be incredibly effective tools to intimidate a victim into silence, Chesnut said.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 22 May 2024
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 31 May 2024
Calling from his home in Nashville, Shultz, 40, sounds like a man catching his breath after a devastating, life-changing experience.
—Steve Appleford, SPIN, 31 May 2024
Newsletter Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news
Starting with the Space Race of the 20th century, humans have embarked on a journey through time and space with some of the most pioneering and life-changing space missions.
—Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2024
But because the penalties can be life-changing, NDAs can also be incredibly effective tools to intimidate a victim into silence, Chesnut said.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 22 May 2024
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“Life-changing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life-changing. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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