New Year's resolution
noun
a resolution or firm decision, typically made at the beginning of the year, to cultivate a good habit, break a bad one, complete a task, etc.
New Year's resolutions
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pluralof New Year's resolution.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"With the festive season now behind most of us and New Year's resolutions in full swing, this research can help inform people's plans for healthy aging in 2026," she said.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 28, 2026
People like to beat themselves up about failing to stick to their New Year’s resolutions, but there’s a big reason so many of us don’t.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 4, 2026
It’s the time of year when people are thinking about New Year’s resolutions — and many are using the opportunity to set financial goals for 2026.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 30, 2025
We've asked some experts for their tips on how to make - and keep - your New Year's resolutions.
From BBC ● Dec. 26, 2025
While making New Year’s resolutions, we also count our blessings and retell stories about the past year and the lessons we have learned and what we can do to be better this year.
From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson
