make a big difference
idiom
: lead to important changes
Her suggestion made a big difference in the final product.
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But whatever the cause of your frizz, good haircare can make a big difference.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
After all, choosing a car that's affordable to insure could make a big difference for many years to come.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 24 Nov. 2025
Supportive environments like hers can make a big difference for working parents who are nursing.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 22 Nov. 2025
Having an ally who is willing to share the emotional work can make a big difference.
—Sydney Bauer, Them., 21 Nov. 2025
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
After all, choosing a car that's affordable to insure could make a big difference for many years to come.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 24 Nov. 2025
Supportive environments like hers can make a big difference for working parents who are nursing.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 22 Nov. 2025
Having an ally who is willing to share the emotional work can make a big difference.
—Sydney Bauer, Them., 21 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for make a big difference
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“Make a big difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20a%20big%20difference. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.
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