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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Proceeds from the event benefit Give Kids The World Village, a nonprofit resort that provides life-changing experiences for children with critical illnesses and their families.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
With more than $500 million recovered in verdicts and settlements, the firm continues to stand as a pillar of strength for clients facing life-changing injuries.
—Malana Vantyler, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Coulibaly scored nine goals in four games at that tournament, held in Mexico, and earned a life-changing move to Tottenham Hotspur from Italian side Siena.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Put a few hunks of cornbread on your greens and top them with the juices for a life-changing experience.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 1 Jan. 2026
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Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
With more than $500 million recovered in verdicts and settlements, the firm continues to stand as a pillar of strength for clients facing life-changing injuries.
—Malana Vantyler, Sacbee.com, 5 Jan. 2026
Coulibaly scored nine goals in four games at that tournament, held in Mexico, and earned a life-changing move to Tottenham Hotspur from Italian side Siena.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Put a few hunks of cornbread on your greens and top them with the juices for a life-changing experience.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 1 Jan. 2026
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“Life-changing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life-changing. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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