put a new/different complexion on

idiom

: to change the appearance of (something) : to cause (something) to be seen or thought about in a new way

That information puts a whole new complexion on the case.

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The recent reopening of the mainland Chinese box office, including a $1 billion Chinese New Year holiday season, has put a different complexion on the global theatrical industry. —

Patrick Frater, Variety, 14 Mar. 2023

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