impression
noun
a strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, conscience, etc.
impressions
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pluralof impression.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Sir Patrick Stewart, who died Wednesday in Los Angeles at 86, changed these impressions when he accepted the seven-year mission of “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”
From Salon ● Oct. 30, 2026
The entertainment powerhouse says it has worked with more than 6,000 creators this year, a 30% increase from 2025, generating nearly 12 billion social-media impressions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
The findings offer a deeper understanding of why certain experiences leave such powerful impressions while others quickly fade.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
"It comes back to passing your audition. First impressions matter," says Inglethorpe.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
The boys stood in the kitchen and gathered quick impressions.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
