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

It just feels really happy and like a breath of fresh air, and obviously the clothes are beautiful.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 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

Papa thought he might have stepped out for a breath of fresh air.

From "The Cricket in Times Square" by George Selden