change of heart

noun phrase

: a reversal in position or attitude

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After The Movie Critic was teased as Tarantino’s farewell film in 2023, with Brad Pitt attached to star, Deadline exclusively reported last April that the auteur simply had a change of heart and opted not to move forward with the project. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 15 Aug. 2025 But the giant’s powerful ally, the Silver Surfer, has experienced a change of heart, thanks to the Human Torch. Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025 Sometimes that can represent a true change of heart. Andy McCullough, New York Times, 29 July 2025 His change of heart follows several City Commission votes by Rosado that Carollo took issue with. Tess Riski july 21, Miami Herald, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for change of heart

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of change of heart was in the 14th century

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“Change of heart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/change%20of%20heart. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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