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.
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Customizing your approach based on their interests can make all the difference.
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Stoyan Mitov, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
After working out, the correct cleansing schedule and between-wash products can make all the difference.
—Ava Erickson, Outside Online, 22 Feb. 2025
Customizing your approach based on their interests can make all the difference.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 12 Feb. 2025
Whether navigating icy sidewalks, exploring snowy trails or simply braving the frigid weather, the right pair of winter boots can make all the difference.
—Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Make all the difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20all%20the%20difference. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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