for a change

idiom

: as something different from what is usual

Let's eat out for a change.

Why don't you help me out for a change instead of me always helping you?!

Examples of for a change in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Upon exiting the elevator on the 10th floor, I was greeted by a vibrant common area, which is perfect for a change of scenery, or a place to hang while waiting on friends. —Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 9 Dec. 2025

But Portland sports an exciting, defense-first identity, and the kind of young talent that should excite any disgruntled superstar looking for a change of scenery. —Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2025

Either way, your heart’s ready for a change and the cosmos is turning up the volume on your joy. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025

Mirthless Minnesota Vikings fans eager for a change at quarterback or playcaller may be further dispirited by head coach Kevin O'Connell's messaging. —Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 18 Nov. 2025

Rhymes for for a change

• interchange
• rearrange
• arrange
• derange
• estrange
• exchange
• midrange
• grange
• mange
• range
• strange