clean slate

Example Sentences

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The union recently produced audits going back to 2020, and the records show that its finances haven’t always received a clean slate by its official independent auditor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

"Every player gets a clean slate from me. It's a fresh start. Nothing else matters. Everyone looks motivated and excited to have a great season."

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

Skipper Stokes said they were starting with a clean slate, despite their miserable record in Australia.

From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025

A clean slate makes the next round easier.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2025

We took fake champagne and plastic cups, and toasted to a clean slate, a second chance.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers