This is lesson 1 from Idiom Part 3. Each idiom is followed by its definition and examples. After you learn them, you can use them in your daily conversation.
Previous English Idiom Lesson
In our previous English idiom lesson, we cover below:
Idioms Related To Certainty and Doubt
English Idiom Part 3- Lesson 6- Idioms about Change
1- A change of heart = A change in one’s feelings or opinions.
She was going to quit her job, but she had a change of heart and decided to stay.
2- A change of recognition = A situation where something has changed so dramatically that it’s no longer easily recognizable or that it’s no longer recognized for what it was previously
The bakery business has changed beyond all recognition in the last 10 years.
Or The bakery business has had a significant change of recognition in the last 10 years.
3- A change of direction = A shift in plans, goals, or approach.
After years in marketing, she decided on a change of direction and studied interior design.
4- A change of plan = An alteration to an original plan.
Due to the rain, there was a change of plan, and the picnic was moved indoors.
5- Change his ways = To improve one’s behavior or habits.
After the accident, he promised to change his ways and become more responsible.
6- Change the subject = To talk about something different, especially to avoid a topic.
When she asked about his ex, he quickly tried to change the subject.
7- Change his mind = To alter one’s decision or opinion.
He was going to skip the meeting but changed his mind at the last minute.
8- Change his tune = To change one’s attitude or opinion, often in a noticeable way.
He used to complain about the project, but after the promotion, he changed his tune.
9- I would not change places with him = I would not want to be in his situation.
He may be rich, but he looks miserable, I would not change places with him.
10- Go from strength to strength = To become increasingly successful.
Since launching her business, she has gone from strength to strength.
11- Turn over a new leaf = To start behaving in a better way, or start all over again
After his release, he vowed to turn over a new leaf and stay out of trouble.
12- The shops change hands = Ownership of the shops changes.
Every few years, the shops change hands, but the quality stays the same.
Next English Idiom Lesson
In our next English idiom lesson, we cover below:
Idioms Related To Communicating
Related Idioms
Here is the list of idioms related to this lesson.
Idiom Part 3 Outline
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