English in a Minute Series 5 / Phrases with 'change'

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BethLet's learn some phrases with 'change'. If you change tack, you try a different way of dealing with a problem. I tried emailing, but she didn't reply. I'm going to change tack. Maybe I'll try and talk to her in person instead. If you change your tune, you completely change your opinion on something, often when making a decision. You're getting a cat? You've changed your tune. I thought you said you'd never get a pet. Having a change of heart is similar. It means you change your opinion or the way you feel about something specific and often personal. I thought about moving to the city, but I've had a change of heart. I love the countryside too much to leave. And we say for a change to mean something is different to usual in a positive or interesting way. It's great to see him smiling for a change. He's been so sad since the break-up. Now, can you use these phrases when speaking?

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