life-changing

adjective

life-chang·ing ˈlīf-ˌchān-jiŋ

: having or capable of having a significant impact on someone's life

a life-changing career opportunity

a life-changing injury

… in 1986 he took a year off to travel. The experience was life-changing and led to his 1991 decision to pursue writing full-time.—

Carolyn Hart

(humorous) Made with fresh carrots, pineapple, a blend of warm spices and a homemade brown butter cream cheese frosting, this carrot cake recipe is life-changing …—

Jocelyn Delk Adams

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In between catchy dances and obscure trends, TikTok has become a life-changing platform for many. —

Sara Belcher, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025 With these two changes, millions of young Americans who’d otherwise struggle to launch careers will get life-changing experiences. —

Ryan Craig, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was having a vintage stretch midway through the season before a shaky finish, while Vikings counterpart Sam Darnold has enjoyed a career resurgence that could net him a life-changing contract in free agency. —

Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025 For children like Watson and Stanley, the impact has been life-changing. —

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