new leaf
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The group ended the letter saying they hope it inspired Aberaeron to "turn over a new leaf and let mackerel swim free".
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
Maybe we should turn over a new leaf in the relationship with the United States of America.’
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
A veteran pop star turning over a new leaf, Cyrus and her down-the-middle hit “Flowers,” buttressed by its commercial success, could be the academy’s safety blanket.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 2, 2024
In “Beverly Hills, 90210,” the Florida native took on multiple roles, and in the syndicated drama “Robin’s Hoods” he starred as Eddie Bartlett, a criminal turning a new leaf as a bartender.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2024
Anyway, I would usually snooze through it, but it was a new day and I was turning over a new leaf, so I stayed awake.
From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds
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