change of heart

noun phrase

: a reversal in position or attitude

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New collaborations on the horizon indicate that decision makers in both industries may have finally had a change of heart. Timeka Tounsel, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025 Despite recent speculation about a possible change of heart from Trent Alexander-Arnold, the England right-back is still expected to join Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer. James Pearce, New York Times, 2 May 2025 This does not, however, inoculate them against the unpleasantness that will follow the discovery of their change of heart, which is why starting from the beginning is often preferable. Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025 Nor has the show given me any reason to have a change of heart. Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for change of heart

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of change of heart was in the 14th century

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“Change of heart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/change%20of%20heart. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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