Exponential

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Sudden ImpactPlay
Conveys a dramatic change that affects developments or expectations significantly. SlideHer idea had an exponential impact on the project's success.
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IntensityPlay
'Exponential' suggests a level of increase that is much steeper than 'fast' or 'rapid'. SlideThe company's profits showed exponential growth last quarter.
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Not LinearPlay
Clarifies that 'exponential' is not a simple, steady increase. The rate itself speeds up. SlideThe population of the town is growing at an exponential rate.