change of heart

Example Sentences

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A stepmother or stepfather may promise their spouse the world while both parties are living, but have a change of heart the day after their spouse’s funeral.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The decision raises the risk that Iran’s leaders might have a change of heart regarding their nuclear program as well, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

After reading her screenplay, Hlehel had a change of heart, Ben Hania recalled.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

But now we see this colossal change of heart - delivered in a characteristic blitz of capital letters.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

I feel bad knowing we'll have to leave him, unless Nyla has a change of heart.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera