a sea change
The phrase "a sea change" refers to a profound and significant transformation or shift, often describing a complete and drastic difference in one's attitude, perspective, or circumstances. It typically signifies a substantial and irreversible alteration that impacts a person, situation, or society as a whole. The term "sea change" originated from Shakespeare's play "The Tempest" and has since come to represent a powerful and enduring change akin to the vast and drastic movements of the sea.
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