game changer

noun

variants or game-changer
: a newly introduced element or factor that changes an existing situation or activity in a significant way
game-changing adjective
a game-changing discovery

Examples of game changer in a Sentence

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This has been a game changer for me, given the fact that prices at airport food-and-beverage outlets have shot up in recent years. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2025 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce walking the Grammys red carpet Sunday would be a game changer for Swifties. Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2025 The possibility of federal rescheduling could be a game changer for the industry. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025 This initiative is a game changer, rallying donors who already have funds allocated for charitable purposes to take action. Karen Cochran, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for game changer 

Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of game changer was in 1993

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“Game changer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20changer. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

game changer

noun
: a newly introduced element or factor that changes an existing situation or activity in a significant way
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