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life-changing

[lahyf-chaynj-ing] / ˈlaɪfˌtʃeɪndʒ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
altering a person's life in a substantial way
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“It is unconscionable that the District would simply ignore Title IX’s procedural requirements to protect teachers who cause life-changing harm to their kids,” Richey said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Kalshi and its competitor Polymarket advertise themselves as life-changing tools for regular people—implying everyone has a fair chance to score.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The mother of a six-year-old girl who had life-changing eye gene therapy says it is "like someone waved a magic wand and restored her sight in the dark".

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The clock was ticking for Phillip Dressel to make a decision that could mean life-changing money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

At first it was hard to go through each day without making any lasting connections, leaving any life-changing effects.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan




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