put a dent in the universe

present singular third person puts a dent in the universe · participle present putting a dent in the universe

1. To leave a positive mark on many people's lives; to bring about a revolutionary change that benefits mankind.

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   2020 February 28, “Laurene Powell Jobs Is Putting Her Own Dent in the Universe.”, in The New York times

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   Will the World Class Woman who wants to put a dent in the universe with me please respond by sending a photo and letter?

   1988 June 20, “Personals”, in New Your Magazine

   To truly be inspired for great work, you need to know that you’re making a difference. That you’re putting a meaningful dent in the universe.

   2008 December 2, “Put a dent in the universe”, in Signal v. Noise

   Steve Jobs once remarked: “We’re here to put a dent in the universe. Otherwise, why even be here?”

   2019 September 18, Chunka Mui, “How Will You Put A Dent In The Universe? Here’s My Plan.”, in Forbes

   “Take a deep breath, accept the ambiguity, and trust God’s plan. Today marks the beginning of our forever. I urge you to put a dent in the universe through the impact you create in your respective professions,” she continued.

   2021 May 8, Melody Dixon, “Graduates strut the stage in 69th Commencement Ceremony”, in Coahoma Community College

   Synonyms: change the world