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
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If the Sun Devils don’t reach the field of 68 in March of 2025, look for a change in Tempe — even though Hurley’s program has not received the resources needed for consistent success.
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Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2024
After keeping a traumatic event secret, Isaiah nearly loses himself and his parents send him South for the summer for a change of pace.
—Alicia D. Williams, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024
Only two of the six teams will fail to earn a playoff spot when the postseason begins in May, and New York was growing desperate for a change of fortune and mojo.
—David Waldstein Mimi D’autremont, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2024
Legal wrangling between Latah County prosecutors and the defense only hindered a new trial date, as District Judge John C. Judge has had to consider motions, including banning cameras in the courtroom, the disclosure of certain DNA evidence and a request by the defense for a change of venue.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 1 Mar. 2024
Don’t take it now, but hikers looking for a change of scenery on their return down the mountain can take this trail back to their vehicles.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2024
Confidence: Medium Monday returns to mainly sunny skies and less breezy for a change.
—David Streit, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2024
The people of Gaza are desperately ready for a change, and eager to end the dominion of both Israel and Hamas over their lives.
—Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2024
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
Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2024
After keeping a traumatic event secret, Isaiah nearly loses himself and his parents send him South for the summer for a change of pace.
—Alicia D. Williams, Peoplemag, 22 Apr. 2024
Only two of the six teams will fail to earn a playoff spot when the postseason begins in May, and New York was growing desperate for a change of fortune and mojo.
—David Waldstein Mimi D’autremont, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2024
Legal wrangling between Latah County prosecutors and the defense only hindered a new trial date, as District Judge John C. Judge has had to consider motions, including banning cameras in the courtroom, the disclosure of certain DNA evidence and a request by the defense for a change of venue.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 1 Mar. 2024
Don’t take it now, but hikers looking for a change of scenery on their return down the mountain can take this trail back to their vehicles.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2024
Confidence: Medium Monday returns to mainly sunny skies and less breezy for a change.
—David Streit, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2024
The people of Gaza are desperately ready for a change, and eager to end the dominion of both Israel and Hamas over their lives.
—Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2024
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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“For a change.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20a%20change. Accessed 5 May. 2024.
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