CHANGE OF SCENERY Definition & Meaning

change of scenery

[cheynj uhv see-nuh-ree]

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noun

a shift, usually temporary, from one’s ordinary surroundings to somewhere desirably different, as a shift from one’s daily routine in an office to a week’s vacation at the seashore.
He’s been fly fishing every weekend since his doctor told him he needs a change of scenery.

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of change of scenery¹

First recorded in 1740–45

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The Lancaster-born player had been with United for over 20 years - first attending a soccer school at the club aged five - but made the decision to have a change of scenery.

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She could use some time alone, and Glenn could use a forced change of scenery — even if it’s under false pretenses.

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When the relationship ended, she figured that she could still use the change of scenery.

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But, like Hart, Rashford can see how a change of scenery has provided the impetus for improvement.

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A change of scenery figures to benefit Conforto.

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change of pace change of venue

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