for a change

Idioms  

1. For the sake of variety or novelty, as in Let's take a taxi for a change, or So you're on time for a change. This phrase is sometimes used in a straightforward way, as in the first example, or to express the same sentiment as about time, that is, “it's high time something different happened,” as in the second example. [First half of 1900s]

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for a change

Cregg on Big Block of Cheese Day to lobby for a change to the map, blowing her mind in the process by literally turning her world upside down.

From Salon ● Sep. 10, 2026

In a statement, Don said working on the show had been a "deeply rewarding experience," but added: "Now is the right time for a change."

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

Its leadership has taken pains to avoid statements calling for a change of regime or anything that may fall foul of Russia’s increasingly strict laws on expression.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026

We also plan to purchase a $200,000 condo in Florida next year—after enough New England winters, we’re ready for a change.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026

The rest of the weekend was pretty tranquil for a change.

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick