put a dent in the universe

English

Verb

put 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.

   Synonym: change the world

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

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

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

     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.

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

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

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

     (see title)

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

     “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.