make a difference

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Meaning · English

Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.

Where it’s used: Used Widespread English

Examples

Even the little things can make a difference.Kể cả những thứ nhỏ nhặt cũng có thể tạo ra sự khác biệt.

Tatoeba sentence #13934975 (CC BY 2.0 FR, tatoeba.org, retrieved 2026-07-31)

Sources & notes

Listed in Wiktionary’s “English idioms” category (retrieved 2026-07-29); definition pending editorial review.

Common questions

What does “make a difference” mean?

Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.

Is “make a difference” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.