How to Use for a change in a Sentence
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The forecast called for a change, more rain on the way.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 2 Aug. 2024
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Hey, at least the Flyers scored a few times for a change.
—Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
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If the band or anything starts to get in the way of that, then that would be the time for a change.
—Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2025
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And, yes, the bullpen was quite effective for a change.
—Evan Grant, Dallas News, 29 May 2023
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Now would be a good time for the Mavs’ front office to come up big for a change.
—Kevin Sherrington, Dallas News, 21 June 2023
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DeBrusk was caught high as well and went off for a change.
—Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
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At the other end, for a change, the Aztecs were just as impressive.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2023
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Despite the rough start, Santo was more than ready for a change.
—Annie Zaleski, Chron, 5 Apr. 2023
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And when the right artist meets the right moment, with the right push, the whole world can still catch fire in a joyful way (for a change).
—Jamie Bryan, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2023
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Some have suggested that the show head to the Palm Springs desert and even Iceland for a change of scenery.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2025
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She is scheduled for a change of plea hearing on March 11.
—Shelly Bradbury, The Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2025
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For the moment, Sanders is just looking for a change of address.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
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Or try smoked mozzarella for a change of pace; just dice it up.
—Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2023
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That should demonstrate just how prepared MLB and its teams are for a change.
—Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 31 May 2023
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Members representing the Texas cities on the wrong side of the line have pressed hard for a change.
—Joseph Morton, Dallas News, 20 July 2023
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After lunch, for a change of scenery from the beach, head inland to Hunte’s Gardens.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024
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But the Grizzlies instead chose the younger Kennard, who can stretch the floor and was looking for a change of scenery.
—Gary Washburn, BostonGlobe.com, 11 Feb. 2023
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The family lived on the farm for 21 years, but after the boys married and left, Leif and Robin looked for a change.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 24 Mar. 2024
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The Aquarius full moon signals the need for a change of perspective.
—USA TODAY, 1 Aug. 2023
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Those of us who want to see a future where this oppression ends have to call for a change.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
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How about just thinking about someone else for a change?
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 28 May 2025
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Try doing things outside your com- fort zone for a change.
—Essence Lifestyle, Essence, 31 July 2023
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The people of Iran are desperate for a change, but the world powers don’t want Iran free.
—Lily Moayeri, Variety, 16 Dec. 2022
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Will the starting pitchers, for a change, stay mostly healthy?
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
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But Tolkien tourism is starting to slow down, and airport leaders were ready for a change.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 May 2025
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Aldrich was born Nicholas Franklin Brink before a petition for a change of name was filed in 2016.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 23 Nov. 2022
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Be the role model your team needs, and really enjoy your role for a change.
—Martin Zwilling, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Rahman notes that these rising rates called for a change in guidelines.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
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Risk Management Josh: Traders want to eyeball the level just below $200 for a change in the short-term trend.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 29 May 2025
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There are numerous reasons for a change in bowel habits that lasts a few days.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 4 June 2025
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