breath of fresh air

noun phrase

: a welcome or refreshing change

Examples of breath of fresh air in a Sentence

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After months of deliberating over color schemes, guest lists, dress codes, and table decor for our big wedding weekend, the bridal shower feels like a breath of fresh air. Alexandra Ditch, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2026 Watching the show, there is something kind of like a breath of fresh air, where the plot is not driven by this thing. Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026 The pop of color is a breath of fresh air and will stand out in a sea of white snow. Anna Fiorentino, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026 There are some parishioners who believe Martin is a breath of fresh air, an approachable leader who seeks to challenge them to be better Catholics. Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2026 Not neglected, exactly — just ready for a breath of fresh air. Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026 What a breath of fresh air from downstate. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026 The team behind it has been disrupting the scent space since its launch in 2024 with all-gender, layerable aromas that have relatable vibes like Sh**ty Day and Only Human thanks to outside-the-box notes that are a literal breath of fresh air. Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026 This light and breezy spring menu will bring a breath of fresh air to your dinner table. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of breath of fresh air was in 1901

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“Breath of fresh air.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breath%20of%20fresh%20air. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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