CEFR A2

shifting

verb

Meaning

Changing position, direction, or focus.

Examples

The politician's stance on the issue kept shifting, confusing voters.
He felt the ground shifting beneath his feet during the earthquake.

Synonyms: changing, altering, varying, fluctuating, mutating

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shifting (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɪftɪŋ/

Definition

Changing position, direction, or focus.

Examples

The politician's stance on the issue kept shifting, confusing voters.
He felt the ground shifting beneath his feet during the earthquake.
The focus of the discussion was shifting from the economy to healthcare.

How to Use shifting

shift to (prepositional phrase): To move or change to a different position, direction, or state. — "The conversation shifted to a more serious topic."
shift from (prepositional phrase): To move or change away from a previous position, direction, or state. — "He shifted from his initial opinion after hearing new evidence."
shift in (prepositional phrase): A change or alteration in something. — "There has been a significant shift in public opinion."
shift away from (prepositional phrase): To move or change direction, leaving something behind. — "The company is shifting away from traditional advertising."

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