for a change — used to express a desire for something different from what usually happens
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: used to express a desire for something different from what usually happens
Pronunciation (IPA): /fɔːr ə tʃeɪndʒ/
Example Sentences
- Why don't you cook for a change instead of ordering pizza again?
- Let's take the stairs for a change - the elevator is always so crowded.
- He actually arrived on time for a change, which shocked everyone.
for a change
NOUN[/fɔːr ə tʃeɪndʒ/]
used to express a desire for something different from what usually happens
Tired of pizza every Friday, the family tries sushi for a change.
For a change, let's arrange things strange!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'change' derives from Latin 'cambiare', meaning 'to exchange'. The phrase 'for a change' evolved to express a departure from daily routine, suggesting an attempt to do something different as a welcome break from repetition.
Breakdown
for (preposition indicating purpose) + a (indefinite article) + change (from Latin cambiare, meaning exchange or alteration). Together, the phrase conveys doing something different for the sake of variety.
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📝Examples
“Why don't you cook for a change instead of ordering pizza again?”
“Let's take the stairs for a change - the elevator is always so crowded.”
“He actually arrived on time for a change, which shocked everyone.”
“For a change, the weather forecast was actually accurate today.”
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