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Influence & Involvement - Change

Discover how English idioms like "get with the program" and "turn over a new leaf" relate to change in English.

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English idioms related to Influence & Involvement
in stone
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in a way that is not possible to be changed

Ex: The lessons learned from that experience are in stone in his memory .
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in a rut
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in the same situation for such a long time that it is no longer appealing

Ex: If you feel like youin a rut in your fitness routine , try incorporating new exercises to keep it interesting .
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to reach a significant stage in development and become accepted by the majority of people

Ex: The novel 's success and critical acclaim signified that the author come of age as a writer , earning recognition from a broad audience .
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a complete or notable change compared to what the situation originally was

Ex: The company 's restructuring brought about sea change in its corporate culture and efficiency , leading to increased productivity and success .
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someone who only tends to stay at a place, particularly a house, for a relatively short period of time before moving on to another

Ex: Many young people today are drawn to the life of bird of passage, seeking new experiences and cultures in their global travels .
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a combination of both good things and bad things that can happen to one

Ex: Friendships can also ups and downs, but true friends stick together through thick and thin .
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to be passed to another owner

Ex: The company 's changed hands when a new CEO was appointed to lead the organization in a new direction .
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to allow another person to continue one's work or to take care of one's responsibilities

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something that becomes so familiar to someone that it can be done without thinking

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to make changes to one's behavior or mindset in order to become a better and more responsible person

Ex: He realized he was in the wrong and promised turn over a new leaf.
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to put a stop to one's habit, particularly one that is harmful or dangerous

Ex: For many peoplebreaking the habit of checking their phone constantly can lead to increased productivity and reduced stress .
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a situation or experience that involves significant ups and downs, sudden changes, or intense shifts in emotions, circumstances, or events

Ex: Overcoming personal adversity can feel like roller coaster, with moments of despair followed by determination and triumph .
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to fundamentally transform something, often with far-reaching consequence

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ebb and flow
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a regular or repeated change

Ex: You have to accept ebb and flow of love in a relationship .
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to stay the same despite time and progress in society, technology, or culture

Ex: The band 's music embodies the spirit of the ' 80s , making it seem like are caught in a time warp, producing songs reminiscent of that era .
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to let go of outdated practices or beliefs and embrace changes

Ex: It 's essential ring out the old year biases and prejudices from our society to create a more inclusive and equitable world for all .
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something that is changing all the time and cannot be easily predicted

Ex: In a relationship built on trust , constantly changing stories and excuses can create an atmosphere shifting sands, making it challenging to maintain a solid foundation .
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(especially of prices) to increase suddenly and dramatically

Ex: His went through the roof when he found out about the unauthorized charges on his credit card .
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to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

Ex: With the unexpected drop in demand , the value of the collectibles went through the floor, leaving many investors in a precarious position .
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to not interfere with or try to improve something that is already satisfactory or functioning well

Ex: He wanted to tweak the recipe , but I told him let well alone since everyone already loves the way it tastes .
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to follow the current plans, expectations, or rules, often indicating a need to adjust, cooperate, or keep up to date with others or the existing situation

Ex: When it comes to environmental conservation , it 's essential for individuals and businesses get with the program and reduce their carbon footprint .
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