for a change
idiom
: as something different from what is usual
Let's eat out for a change.
Why don't you help me out for a change instead of me always helping you?!
Examples of for a change in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The school will apply for a change to its building permit to allow for greater capacity.
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Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
Rockford is a good example of the harm caused by ticketing and the need for a change in state law, said Angie Jimenez, an attorney focused on justice and equity at the National Center for Youth Law, which has pushed for reforms in Illinois law.
—Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 4 June 2024
Plan your errands around the rainy days for a change.
—Joe Mutascio, The Indianapolis Star, 22 Mar. 2024
Nami is trailing for a change, and then Hunter comes from behind and manages another win for the yellow tribe.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2024
Those living in the warning area were urged Sunday evening to remain vigilant and prepare for a change in the situation.
—Ryan MacAsero, The Mercury News, 2 June 2024
The first is the one that is deeply familiar with the genre, made up of those who will appreciate that the story takes the killer’s point of view for a change.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Desperate for a change, Blow implored his team to look inside, bruising the Golden Bulls and earning extra possessions, all while wearing their opponents down for the long haul.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 28 Feb. 2024
An Arkansas man finally won big after letting the computer decide his lottery numbers for a change.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2024
Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
Rockford is a good example of the harm caused by ticketing and the need for a change in state law, said Angie Jimenez, an attorney focused on justice and equity at the National Center for Youth Law, which has pushed for reforms in Illinois law.
—Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 4 June 2024
Plan your errands around the rainy days for a change.
—Joe Mutascio, The Indianapolis Star, 22 Mar. 2024
Nami is trailing for a change, and then Hunter comes from behind and manages another win for the yellow tribe.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2024
Those living in the warning area were urged Sunday evening to remain vigilant and prepare for a change in the situation.
—Ryan MacAsero, The Mercury News, 2 June 2024
The first is the one that is deeply familiar with the genre, made up of those who will appreciate that the story takes the killer’s point of view for a change.
—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Desperate for a change, Blow implored his team to look inside, bruising the Golden Bulls and earning extra possessions, all while wearing their opponents down for the long haul.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 28 Feb. 2024
An Arkansas man finally won big after letting the computer decide his lottery numbers for a change.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2024
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“For a change.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20a%20change. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
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