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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So there's a lot to look at over a lot of years that could make a big difference.
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Kambui Bomani, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The Rays-Yankees four-game series began on Monday, and these games will make a big difference in the wild card standings.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
These are small details that make a big difference in day-to-day use.
—Charles Jefferies, PC Magazine, 28 July 2025
Small, actionable changes make a big difference as well, according to Dr. Lafian.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 25 July 2025
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Kambui Bomani, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The Rays-Yankees four-game series began on Monday, and these games will make a big difference in the wild card standings.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
These are small details that make a big difference in day-to-day use.
—Charles Jefferies, PC Magazine, 28 July 2025
Small, actionable changes make a big difference as well, according to Dr. Lafian.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 25 July 2025
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