give an impression
create an impression

It's only to create an impression when you're doing it in the day time.

"You have to create the impression that you'll make an offer but then do nothing for a while," he says.

The goal, then, is to create an impression of value without giving away the store.

She knew that the fact of his presence would create an impression.

This can cause problems on the news desk and does not create a very good impression.

It was a visit which created a powerful impression on two families.

If this does not work it will create a negative impression.

It would create a good impression if he greeted the general in person.

It would create a bad impression on the local inhabitants.

Kid liked to create the impression that he came from Texas.