1.   It made a welcome change from household chores and got her into contact with customers which provided a little gossip.

2.   It was absolutely delicious and a welcome change from the meat Marcus had been giving me lately.

3.   Jane was cheered by his sagacity and quick eye for the ridiculous - a welcome change from pompous people like the Pyglings.

4.   Six months in Scotland would make a welcome change from London.

5.   The palm-tree groves and pedestrian walkways represent a welcome change from the mostly treeless parking lots elsewhere in the valley.

6.   They always look attractive and make a very welcome change from vol-au-vents at a party.

7.   This deliciously light and quick-to-prepare dinner party menu makes a welcome change from the richer, traditional fare of the season.

8.   This was certainly a welcome change of fortune.

9.   His clement application of authority was a welcome change after years of managerial heavy-handedness.

10.   Their vacation provided a welcome change from their workaday life.