game changer

noun

variants or game-changer
: a newly introduced element or factor that changes an existing situation or activity in a significant way
game-changing adjective
a game-changing discovery

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web But, aside from being polite, being equipped with the best set of stationary, journal, and/or pen is a game changer. Meg Donohue, townandcountrymag.com, 28 Apr. 2023 The Maverick is a game changer, offering a perfect blend of efficiency, utility, and capability. Kyle Edward, Forbes, 21 Apr. 2023 That could be a game changer. Mary Hui, Quartz, 19 Apr. 2023 The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, represented a crucial game changer. Mario Del Pero, Washington Post, 2 Mar. 2023 What a game changer! Addison Aloian, Women's Health, 15 Apr. 2023 And honestly, that's a game changer! Alex Warner, Peoplemag, 14 Apr. 2023 In reality, Walden said, Gutierrez joined at a challenging time for the company and the industry and he’s been a game changer. Ashley Cullins, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Apr. 2023 Many small business owners and others even ended up being flooded with spam calls about how an employee retention credit — worth up to $26,000 per worker — can be a real game changer. Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 11 Mar. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of game changer was in 1993

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“Game changer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20changer. Accessed 10 Jun. 2023.

Kids Definition

game changer

noun
: a newly introduced element or factor that changes an existing situation or activity in a significant way
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