Meaning of make a dent | Babel Free
Definitions
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To make an impression; to have an effect on; to chip away at. figuratively
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see make, a, dent.
Equivalents
Español
hacer mella
Examples
“If an actor doesn't have a point of view, he doesn't make a dent. And I mean to make a dent.”
“But I am not yet persuaded that Clintonomics will make much of a dent in the persistent problems of unemployment in the U.S. economy.”
“Clinton's budget plan on social needs will barely make a dent [title]”
“China's Efforts Against Crime Make No Dent [title]”
“Think about surfing on the front edge of a wave. It's really exhilarating. Now think about dog-paddling at the tail end of that wave. It wouldn't be anywhere near as much fun. Come down here and make a dent in the universe.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.