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Idiom change tack to start using a different method for dealing with a situation, especially in the way that you communicate.I've been very pleasant with them so far but if they don't cooperate, I may have to change tack.Instead of always asking him what he wants, why don't you try a different tack and tell him what you want?
idiomchange tack(also try a different tack)1 to try a different way of dealing with a problem or situation, because what you tried before was not successful:After trying to make the railway system profitable through investment, the government then changed tack completely and started closing huge parts of it down.The university's research laboratory is now trying a different tack, measuring the number of carbon atoms in a sample directly rather than indirectly from radiation.2 to start to talk about something different that is not connected with what you were talking about before:Theresa saw he was getting bored, so changed tack. 'Do you see much of Anthea these days?' she asked.I decided to try a different tack - she might be interested in sporta change of tack: If Nick was surprised by her sudden change of tack, he didn't show it.
change tackTo employ a different method or approach in addressing a particular situation. They have not been receptive to our offers thus far, so we need to change tack. If diplomacy doesn't resolve this conflict, we will need to change tack and try a more aggressive approach. |