breath of fresh air

noun phrase

: a welcome or refreshing change

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For baseball fans, casual or otherwise, the Brewers making it to the World Series is a stroke of luck, a breath of fresh air and a reason to watch. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 Some feature patios, offering private outdoor space for those who want a breath of fresh air, and plenty of rooms have extraordinary views of the surrounding cityscape. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026 For a breath of fresh air, there’s a front deck, backyard with a picnic table, and a private hot tub and BBQ. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026 But even still, in an era of rising costs and formulaic games, the Playdate remains a breath of fresh air, a comparatively affordable platform that’s home to games that are inventive and surprising. — Andrew Webster, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for breath of fresh air

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of breath of fresh air was in 1901

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“Breath of fresh air.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breath%20of%20fresh%20air. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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