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

Examples of game changer in a Sentence

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Souper Cubes Ceramic Dishes have truly been a game changer in my kitchen. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025 Those certain plays are usually held for players who can either become game changers with their feet or with their hands – especially in the case of Taysom Hill a few years ago. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2025 Speaking of game changers, Isaac’s master plan went particularly south when Thing regained full control of his actions, resulting in a final battle between Isaac and… himself. Andy Swift, TVLine, 6 Sep. 2025 Georgia officials have touted the Hyundai Metaplant America site as a game changer for the state. Debbie Elliott, NPR, 6 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for game changer

Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

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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 Sep. 2025.

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game changer

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