breath of fresh air
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One fund manager who met with him earlier this year said his uncompromising approach was a breath of fresh air compared to BP’s previous management.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
I was supposed to head downstairs for a reception with Congresswoman Pelosi and a delegation of California Democrats, but I needed a breath of fresh air.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026
Judy describes Roxy as "a breath of fresh air" and says people should not be put off fostering.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
In spite of its eye-tickling pollution, the Indian capital must have felt like a breath of fresh air for von der Leyen and European Council president Antonio Costa, who co-led the EU delegation.
From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026
The men were attempting to get a breath of fresh air during one of the dog days of summer.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
