wipe the slate clean
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But a Treasury spokesperson said the Budgetary measures were to "wipe the slate clean" and deliver stability to businesses.
From BBC • Jan. 16, 2025
I didn’t start out as strong but I’m getting better, so I think we might need to wipe the slate clean and start over.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 4, 2024
And while he still has his father's support, President Biden says he has no plans to attempt to wipe the slate clean for him.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2024
Several marketing experts told The Washington Times last fall that another rebrand, while costly, would help wipe the slate clean after years of scandal and controversy under Snyder.
From Washington Times • Mar. 30, 2023
After everyone was gone, Dal turned and set down the rag he had been using to wipe the slate clean.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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