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
“I think that they see there’s a real opportunity here to turn over a new leaf so long as they do the right thing,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
He added: “I’m hoping that I’ll have some takers. This really is turning over a new leaf for me.”
From Washington Times ● Oct. 23, 2023
“I would love to see the department turn a new leaf with this evidence,” he wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2023
REELTOK: Not a thunderous claim that you've turned over a new leaf.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
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