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A/the world of difference

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Look for words that show contrast like 'but', 'however', to understand the change 'a world of difference' indicates. SlideShe was shy at first, but tutoring made a world of difference in her confidence.
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'A world of difference' is used to emphasize an important change or distinction between things. SlideWorking from home creates a world of difference in work-life balance.
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The phrase is figurative and doesn't mean an actual 'world' but symbolizes an extremely noticeable difference. SlideSwitching to LED lights has made a world of difference in our electricity bill.