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Definitions

start from scratch

VERB
go back to square one
Synonyms
WEAK
begin again go back to the drawing board make a fresh start make a new beginning wipe the slate clean

Example Sentences

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He was going to rip up the Wolverines’ roster and start from scratch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

After his boyfriend dies tragically, Rowan is forced to start from scratch, mourning the dream of the life he once had alongside his partner and trying to rent out his now-spare bedroom.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

If no action is taken by May 13, the legislation will expire and the process will have to start from scratch, she added.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

"We had to start from scratch a little bit because tennis was not as popular here, but the fans now bring the banners and know the momentum shifts. The environment has been amazing."

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

“If you would’ve just listened to me, we would be fighting the Nightbeast right now. Instead we have to start from scratch, our time’s running out, and it’s all on you!”

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega