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impressions
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an opinion or feeling that one has about someone or something, particularly one formed unconsciously
- Her cheerful demeanor gave me the impression that she was always happy.
- The cluttered office left a poor impression on the new employee.
- He had the impression that the meeting went well, despite the lack of feedback.
- The first impression of the town was one of charm and hospitality.
- She couldn't shake the impression that she had seen him somewhere before.
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the way something looks or seems to others
- The fancy car gave an impression of wealth.
- His smile created an impression of friendliness.
- The messy desk left an impression of disorganization.
- Her confident walk gave an impression of authority.
- The clean and tidy room gave an impression of neatness.
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a vivid and distinctive mental image or picture formed in the mind, often based on a particular experience or observation
- The documentary left a strong impression of the beauty and fragility of the natural world.
- Her vivid description of the landscape created a lasting impression in his mind.
- The artist's painting gave a powerful impression of the bustling city life.
- The storyteller's words painted an impression of the ancient civilization's grandeur.
- The photojournalist captured an impression of the event's emotional impact through his lens.
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an artistic or exaggerated portrayal of a person, capturing key characteristics or mannerisms rather than a realistic or detailed likeness
- His impression of the famous actor was spot-on, capturing all his unique quirks.
- The comedian's impression of the politician had the audience in stitches.
- She gave an impression of her boss, imitating his mannerisms perfectly.
- The actor's impression of the historical figure brought the character to life on stage.
- His impression of the celebrity was so accurate that it was hard to tell them apart.
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the effect or influence that leads to a change from one state or condition to another
- The speech left a deep impression on the audience, inspiring them to take action.
- The book made a lasting impression on her, changing her perspective on life.
- His kind words made a positive impression on her mood, lifting her spirits.
- The tragic news had a profound impression on the community, leading to increased support for mental health initiatives.
- The new policy left an impression on the company's culture, fostering a more inclusive environment.
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the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another
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a detailed imprint of the teeth and gums made using a material such as wax or plaster, which is used to create an accurate mold for various dental procedures
- The dentist took an impression of the patient's teeth to create a custom-fit crown.
- Before making the dentures, the dental technician needed an impression of the patient's gums.
- The orthodontist used an impression to design the patient's new braces.
- She felt a bit of discomfort when the impression material was placed in her mouth.
- After the impression set, the dentist carefully removed it to examine the details.
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a symbol or mark made by pressing or stamping onto a surface
- The ancient clay tablet bore the royal seal as its official impression.
- Each coin in the collection displayed a distinct impression of historical significance.
- The artist's signature left a unique impression on the canvas, distinguishing it from others.
- The company's logo was embossed with a gold foil impression on the packaging.
- His wax seal left a clear impression of his family crest on the letter.
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all the copies of a printed work, such as a book, produced during a single printing run
- The first impression of the novel sold out within days of its release.
- Collectors often seek the first impressions of classic works for their rarity and value.
- The publisher decided to print a second impression of the bestseller due to high demand.
- The library has several impressions of the historical text, each with slight variations.
- She proudly owns a first impression of her favorite poet's debut collection.
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a shallow dent or hollow formed on a surface as a result of pressure
- The heavy book left an impression on the soft cushion it was placed on.
- He noticed the impression of his foot in the freshly fallen snow.
- The ring made a distinct impression on her finger after she wore it all day.
- The carpenter's tools left impressions in the woodwork where they had been pressed.
- The coin created a clear impression on the clay when pressed down.
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a single occurrence of an advertisement being shown to a user on a web page, social media platform, or other digital medium
- The marketing team monitored the number of impressions their ad received on social media.
- The advertisement campaign generated over a million impressions in its first week.
- Each impression of the banner ad counts towards the website's total ad revenue.
- The company tracked the effectiveness of their online ads by analyzing impressions and click-through rates.
- Advertisers often pay based on the number of impressions their ads receive on popular websites.
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