make a big difference
idiom
: lead to important changes
Her suggestion made a big difference in the final product.
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There’s still clearly a ways to go, but on this show, easy acknowledgements like that seem to make a big difference.
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Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2025
Preparation and open communication can make a big difference.
—Sara Braun, Miami Herald, 15 Dec. 2025
With support from her team, Scott stayed active and focused during her pregnancy, reminding parents that help and movement can make a big difference.
—Leigh Scheps, Parents, 13 Dec. 2025
Choosing the right materials for wellness — and using them safely — can make a big difference.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Dec. 2025
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Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Dec. 2025
Preparation and open communication can make a big difference.
—Sara Braun, Miami Herald, 15 Dec. 2025
With support from her team, Scott stayed active and focused during her pregnancy, reminding parents that help and movement can make a big difference.
—Leigh Scheps, Parents, 13 Dec. 2025
Choosing the right materials for wellness — and using them safely — can make a big difference.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Dec. 2025
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