turned over a new leaf
Example Sentences
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The bank said it had learned valuable lessons and had turned over a new leaf.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2022
Does that sound like these organizations have turned over a new leaf and become more “athlete-centered?”
From Seattle Times • Jul. 29, 2021
Perhaps he has turned over a new leaf.
From Golf Digest • Feb. 7, 2020
Russia says it has turned over a new leaf and is seeking to retrieve its status as a full-fledged participant in international sport.
From Reuters • Jun. 6, 2019
‘It’s time I turned over a new leaf.’
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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