drift (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: [drɪft]
Definition
To be carried along or pushed along by a current of water, air, or other force.
Examples
The boat began to drift out to sea.
Leaves drifted down the stream.
The balloon drifted aimlessly across the sky.
How to Use drift
- drift apart (phrasal verb)
- To gradually become less close or friendly. — "Childhood friends often drift apart as they grow older."
- drift off (phrasal verb)
- To fall asleep lightly or unintentionally. — "She started to drift off while reading her book."
- drift into (prepositional phrase)
- To move gradually into a particular state or situation. — "The country drifted into war without a clear plan."
- drift away (phrasal verb)
- To gradually move away from a place or group. — "The small boat began to drift away from the shore."
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