clean slate
Example Sentences
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James is an unrestricted free agent and the early timing of his decision allows the Lakers to approach free agency, which officially began Tuesday afternoon, with an almost clean slate.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026
In China, with a clean slate and a growing affluent class, Sam’s Club, following Costco’s formula, carved out a niche as a premium chain offering high-quality items hard to find elsewhere.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025
The new owners will get a clean slate to try and turn the fortunes of the club around.
From BBC • Dec. 1, 2025
Skipper Stokes said they were starting with a clean slate, despite their miserable record in Australia.
From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025
They end each year with failure, but hope that when the clock strikes twelve, they can begin the new year with a clean slate.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
