breath of fresh air

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One fund manager who met with him earlier this year said his uncompromising approach was a breath of fresh air compared to BP’s previous management.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

In spite of its eye-tickling pollution, the Indian capital must have felt like a breath of fresh air for von der Leyen and European Council president Antonio Costa, who co-led the EU delegation.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are a breath of fresh air to the Lakers, not just because they form a potent offensive backcourt but because they make the team fun and interesting to watch.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2025

When Stokes and McCullum took over, their attitude was a breath of fresh air.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025

Then I took one last look around, inhaled one final breath of fresh air, and carried my bag through the front door and into the lobby.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline