How to Pronounce "move the needle"
expression
ˈmuv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈnidəɫ
MOOV thuh NEE-duhl
mˈuːv/ /ðə, ði/ /nˈiːdəl
MOOV thuh NEE-duhl
Definition
To cause a noticeable change or have a significant impact, especially in business, progress, or results.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmuv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈnidəɫ
British English
mˈuːv/ /ðə, ði/ /nˈiːdəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOOV thuh NEE-duhl
UK
MOOV thuh NEE-duhl
Listen in Context
Our new product did not move the needle in sales.
The charity event helped move the needle for the hospital's fundraiser.
We need a solution that will really move the needle.
Small changes are good, but we want to move the needle this year.