impress
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Many teens now prioritize coursework, test prep and other pursuits to impress college-admissions officers, but a lack of work experience is worsening their employment prospects after graduating.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Working for a household name will impress your high-school buddies at your five-year reunion.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
Ferguson was an investor and "ambassador" for the business, and Fernandez used this connection to impress investors and staff, the worker claims.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
In the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, health officials struggled to impress upon the public the grave risks associated with the disease, as well as how easily it could spread.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Grant Burch told his servant Phelps to run and get him a peanut Yorkie and a can of Top Deck from Rhydd's Shop, yelling after him, “Run, I told yer!” to impress Tom Yew.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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