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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

in a way that is not possible to be changed

[phrase]
in a rut

in the same situation for such a long time that it is no longer appealing

[phrase]
to come of age

to reach a significant stage in development and become accepted by the majority of people

[phrase]
sea change

a complete or notable change compared to what the situation originally was

[noun]
bird of passage

someone who only tends to stay at a place, particularly a house, for a relatively short period of time before moving on to another

[phrase]
ups and downs

a combination of both good things and bad things that can happen to one

[phrase]
to change hands

to be passed to another owner

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to pass (on) the torch

to allow another person to continue one's work or to take care of one's responsibilities

[phrase]
second nature

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

[noun]
to turn over a new leaf

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

[phrase]
to break the habit

to put a stop to one's habit, particularly one that is harmful or dangerous

[phrase]
roller coaster

a situation or experience that involves significant ups and downs, sudden changes, or intense shifts in emotions, circumstances, or events

[noun]
to change the face of sth

to fundamentally transform something, often with far-reaching consequence

[phrase]
ebb and flow

a regular or repeated change

[phrase]
to be stuck in a time warp

to stay the same despite time and progress in society, technology, or culture

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to ring out the old (year)

to let go of outdated practices or beliefs and embrace changes

[phrase]
shifting sands

something that is changing all the time and cannot be easily predicted

[noun]
to go through the roof

(especially of prices) to increase suddenly and dramatically

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to go through the floor

to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

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to leave well (enough) alone

to not interfere with or try to improve something that is already satisfactory or functioning well

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to get with the program

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

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