change of heart

noun phrase

: a reversal in position or attitude

Examples of change of heart in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

However, Howe had a change of heart this summer, leading to his departure, which has not yet been publicly confirmed but has been agreed. — Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 31 July 2026

But the immediate reason for the IOC’s change of heart is an issue that’s been little discussed in Russia, and could present a political problem. — Fred Weir, Christian Science Monitor, 23 July 2026

The Irish actor has since had a change of heart about retiring, returning to the screen in 2021’s Rebecca’s Boyfriend and 2023’s In the Lands of Saints and Sinners, as well as on TV shows such as Sex Education, The Sandman and House of Guinness. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026

The sides initially shared an interest in bringing the 37-year-old back, but Kane remains unsigned, likely signaling a change of heart by either him or the team. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for change of heart

• apart
• depart
• flowchart
• forepart
• impart
• pushcart
• rampart
• redstart
• restart
• subpart
• sweetheart
• upstart