Meaning of the word "make a difference" in English

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make a difference

US /meɪk ə ˈdɪf.ər.əns/
UK /meɪk ə ˈdɪf.ər.əns/
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Idiom

1.

to have a significant effect on a person or situation

Example:
Every small donation can make a difference.
His encouragement really helped to make a difference in her confidence.
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