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turn over a new leaf

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To begin anew; to change one's ways: “Since he was grounded, Larry has turned over a new leaf and does his homework every night.”

turn over a new leaf Idioms

Make a fresh start, change one's conduct or attitude for the better, as in He promised the teacher he would turn over a new leaf and behave himself in class. This expression alludes to turning the page of a book to a new page. [Early 1500s]

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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

“Even when people move in different directions or turn over a new leaf there should be consequences,” the Columbia Democrat said.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2022

Germany's No. 2 lender is trying to turn over a new leaf under its new chief executive, Manfred Knof.

From Reuters • Aug. 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

He said, ‘Brother Wolf, today is a new day and you’re going to turn over a new leaf.’

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer

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turn over a new leaf

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