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Recent Examples of impactful Watching The Smashing Machine was impactful in a variety of ways for Mark Kerr, the UFC Hall of Famer whom Dwayne Johnson portrays in the new A24 movie. Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025 This is particularly impactful in regions where disposable income is limited or where paying for multiple subscriptions feels like a burden. Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025 While designers sent full looks down the runway, the print felt especially impactful in smaller accents–those subtle touches that elevate an outfit without overwhelming it. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025 Some muscle is needed, but in a couple of years, the Penguins might have an impactful forward with him. Josh Yohe, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for impactful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impactful
Adjective
  • The 44-year-old driver led the race for an impressive 159 laps, and a win seemed like an easy thing to achieve.
    Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Johnson’s performance is humble rather than showy, an impressive feat of control and restraint.
    Richard Lawson, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The entire scene unfolded on Neuheisel’s network, which invited viewers to witness the emotional roller coaster of a father rooting for his son.
    Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 5 Oct. 2025
  • See the emotional exchange here.
    Griselda Flores, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Their stories capture the creativity, resilience, and ambition that are making Arizona one of the most exciting places for innovation and entrepreneurship in 2025.
    Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Stories can be prepared, but since most decisions ultimately fall to the roll of the dice, there’s an exciting spontaneity for the millions of people watching at home.
    Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025

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“Impactful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impactful. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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