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.—
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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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Conclusion Hair transplantation is a life-changing decision that restores confidence and improves quality of life.
—William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Turner opens up about how receiving a bone marrow cancer diagnosis in March affected his priorities as a newlywed
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Gerry Turner is opening up about his divorce from Theresa Nist — and a life-changing diagnosis.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
This season promises even more twists as the family faces new jobs, health challenges, and life-changing surprises while clinging to the love that keeps them together.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024
Now, Turner is offering some context about the life-changing revelation that led to their split.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Turner opens up about how receiving a bone marrow cancer diagnosis in March affected his priorities as a newlywed
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Gerry Turner is opening up about his divorce from Theresa Nist — and a life-changing diagnosis.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
This season promises even more twists as the family faces new jobs, health challenges, and life-changing surprises while clinging to the love that keeps them together.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024
Now, Turner is offering some context about the life-changing revelation that led to their split.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Life-changing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life-changing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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