make all the difference
idiom
: to be very important : to matter most or very much
The size of the engine can make all the difference.
It may not matter to you, but it makes all the difference in the world to me.
Examples of make all the difference in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The traditional method and use of clean, fresh ingredients make all the difference.
—
Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2025
The right hiring platform can make all the difference, offering not just access to talent but also the support, trust and inclusion necessary for long-term engagement.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
While allergies are common this time of year, knowing how to identify symptoms early, managing them effectively, and seek medical support when needed can make all the difference in helping your child feel their best.
—Advertorial, Oc Register, 7 Aug. 2025
While initially their responses may seem foreign to you, pausing to step into their shoes can make all the difference.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for make all the difference
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2025
The right hiring platform can make all the difference, offering not just access to talent but also the support, trust and inclusion necessary for long-term engagement.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
While allergies are common this time of year, knowing how to identify symptoms early, managing them effectively, and seek medical support when needed can make all the difference in helping your child feel their best.
—Advertorial, Oc Register, 7 Aug. 2025
While initially their responses may seem foreign to you, pausing to step into their shoes can make all the difference.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for make all the difference
Cite this Entry
“Make all the difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20all%20the%20difference. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share