for a change
idiom
: as something different from what is usual
Let's eat out for a change.
Why don't you help me out for a change instead of me always helping you?!
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For the moment, Sanders is just looking for a change of address.
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Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Lawmakers and advocates also used Jones’ case as an indication of the need for a change to the department’s policy on strip searches.
—Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2025
This may look like more cuddling, more activities together, or getting out of the house for a change of scenery.6
Managing Engorgement
Engorgement is a painful fullness in your breasts.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 13 Apr. 2025
This is why whoever replaces Mitch in the Senate needs to represent a clean break from him—time for a change!
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
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Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Lawmakers and advocates also used Jones’ case as an indication of the need for a change to the department’s policy on strip searches.
—Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2025
This may look like more cuddling, more activities together, or getting out of the house for a change of scenery.6
Managing Engorgement
Engorgement is a painful fullness in your breasts.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 13 Apr. 2025
This is why whoever replaces Mitch in the Senate needs to represent a clean break from him—time for a change!
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for for a change
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“For a change.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20a%20change. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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