new broom

English - Turkish

Definition of new broom in English Turkish dictionary: (deyim) a new broom (sweeps clean) [atasozu] bir memuriyete yeni gelen kimse cok is yapar
a new broom sweeps clean: işbaşına yeni gelen kimse iyi iş görür

English - English

Definition of new broom in English English dictionary: A new leader or management
In one way, Mr. Brown's position is particularly difficult, because unlike other political leaders he cannot claim to be a new broom. The Economist in article Labour pains on Dec 1st 2007.; new manager or supervisor who tries to change orders and procedures; Someone who has just started a new job and who is expected to make a lot of changes can be referred to as a new broom. The company seemed set to make a fresh start under a new broom
new broom sweeps clean: something new and in good condition works better
a new broom sweeps clean: New management will often make radical changes