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It's usually worded as "a new broom sweeps clean". If you're asking what it MEANS, it's usually used to suggest that a new leader will probably eliminate many people in the current organization (especially in high positions) and replace them with his (or her) own cronies instead.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoIt is, "A new broom sweeps clean" and means that someone taking on a new position tends to want to sweep away all the old routines and work habits, so they can do things their way.
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Why do Chinese people put away their brooms on New Year's Day?
It is deemed "bad luck" to sweep during the Chinese New Year.
What is the Proverb illustrating the effects of change?
A New Broom Sweeps Clean
When was New Brooms created?
New Brooms was created on 1925-10-12.
What are the release dates for New Brooms - 1925?
New Brooms - 1925 was released on: USA: 12 October 1925
What proverb has the initial letters anbsc?
A new broom sweeps clean, but the old brush knows all the corners
Sweep a new pool surface?
What about "sweep a new pool surface"?
What shouldn't you do during the Chinese New Year?
you shouldn't sweep or clean as Chinese ancestors say that you are sweeping away your good luck for the year.
Do you have to sweep the floor before Chinese New Year?
Yes. if you sweep the floor during Chinese new year, it is believed you will sweep away all your luck
What are the ratings and certificates for The Worst Witch - 1998 Old Hats and New Brooms 2-1?
The Worst Witch - 1998 Old Hats and New Brooms 2-1 is rated/received certificates of: Australia:G
Is is bad luck to sweep out your house on new years?
An old Chinese custom is to sweep out the house before or after New Year's Eve or Day. It is believed that if you sweep the house on New Year's Eve or Day, that you are sweeping out good luck and fortune. So it's best to not sweep the house on these two days.
What are the release dates for A Sweep Across New York - 1903?
A Sweep Across New York - 1903 was released on: USA: February 1903
Will Buffalo sweep New England in the 2007 season?
no
