turn over a new leaf
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All of this gave me an idea: Why not turn over a new leaf and make a big mug of spiced chai?
From Seattle Times • Jan. 14, 2023
Jean-Pierre will take over the role of press secretary immediately following Psaki's departure on May 13 to turn over a new leaf at MSNBC.
From Salon • May 6, 2022
Germany's No. 2 lender is trying to turn over a new leaf under new Chief Executive Manfred Knof.
From Reuters • Nov. 4, 2021
Fleabag, the filthy and funny but somewhat damaged character we met in the TV comedy of the same name, has been desperately trying to turn over a new leaf.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2019
“Don’t talk that way, turn over a new leaf and begin again, Teddy, my son.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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