wipe the slate clean
🧽 wipe the slate clean
Concrete Meaning
To forget all past mistakes, debts, or arguments and start over with a completely fresh, neutral relationship or record.
💬 Context & Examples
Used in professional or personal relationships when both parties agree to forgive past grievances and begin again.
- "Let's wipe the slate clean and pretend that argument never happened."
- "The bankruptcy allowed the entrepreneur to wipe the slate clean and start a new venture."
🧠 Pattern Challenge
Test Yourself
In a physical classroom, if a teacher wipes a chalk slate clean, what is left on it?
Show Answer
Nothing. It is completely blank and ready for new writing.