change places with (one)
change places with (one)
To switch to the spot, role, or position that another person currently is in. I changed places with my aunt so that I could talk to the people at the other end of the table. Many people say that they would gladly change places with a celebrity, but I doubt they would enjoy the constant attention.
See also: change, place
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
change places with someone
to trade or exchange situations or locations with someone. He has a much higher salary, but I wouldn't change places with him for the world. Juan decided to change places with Ken in the bus.
See also: change, place
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- change places with
- change with
- change (something) with (someone)
- come to a climax
- climax
- bring (something) to a climax
- change sides
- a pillar/tower of strength
- better things to do
- be sitting pretty