English Vocabulary for learners
Expressions with 'CHANGE'
from: 'change is as good as rest'
to: 'times have changed'
Expression | Meaning | Example |
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A change is as good as a rest | A change in routine is as refreshing as a rest or a holiday. | "Let’s go to a different restaurant. A change is as good as a rest!" |
A change for the better/the worse | Improve or deteriorate something. | "The weather is changing for the worse. Look at those clouds!" |
A change of scene/scenery | Move to different surroundings or a new environment. | "I've been living here for too long. I need a change of scenery!" |
A change of heart | A change in the way that you feel about something. | "He was against charity but he had a change of heart when he saw the plight of the homeless." |
A leopard can’t change its spots | People cannot change their fundamental nature. | "He promised his wife he’d change but a leopard can’t change its spots!" |
Change the face of something | Alter something completely or in a major way. | "Social networks have changed the face of modern communication." |
Change beyond all recognition | Be so altered that it is no longer familiar | "When he visited his birthplace the town had changed beyond all recognition." |
Change hands | Belong to a different owner. | "The restaurant has changed hands many times over the years." |
Change horses in midstream | Change plans or strategy during an activity. | "Let's keep to the original plan; it's risky to change horses in midstream." |
Change your mind | Change your opinion or make a different decision. | "At first she refused the invitation and then she changed her mind." |
Change your tune | Change your attitude towards something completely. | "The boy changed his tune when he saw the policeman arriving." |
Chop and change | Constantly change your opinion and cause confusion. | "Don't chop and change all the time - just make up your mind!" |
Sweeping changes | Extreme or far-reaching changes that have widespread effects. | "The new manager made sweeping changes to the sales department." |
Times have changed | Life is different now from what it used to be. | "Most women work today. Times have changed!" |