Emphasizes the intention to begin anew without considering previous issues or troubles. They put their arguments aside and decided to wipe the slate clean.
Pro Tip 2/3
Emotional Reset
Often used to signify letting go of past grievances to improve a relationship or situation. The siblings chose to wipe the slate clean and restore their friendship.
Pro Tip 3/3
Not Literal
The phrase is metaphorical and doesn't involve actual cleaning or erasing. I apologized, and we decided to wipe the slate clean.