shifted

[ˈʃɪftɪd]

shifted Definition

  • 1move or cause to move from one place to another, especially over a small distance
  • 2change the emphasis, direction, or focus of

Using shifted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shifted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She shifted her gaze from him to the window.

  • Example

    He shifted his weight from one foot to the other.

  • Example

    The company has shifted its focus to digital marketing.

  • Example

    I need to shift my attention to this project.

  • Example

    The wind shifted direction and blew the smoke away from us.

shifted Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with shifted

  • take care of oneself without help from others

    Example

    After she moved out of her parents' house, she had to learn to shift for herself.

  • shift gears

    change one's approach or attitude

    Example

    After the accident, he had to shift gears and adjust to his new reality.

  • shift into high/low gear

    increase or decrease one's level of effort or intensity

    Example

    As the deadline approached, we had to shift into high gear to finish the project on time.

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Summary: shifted in Brief

'Shifted' [ˈʃɪftɪd] is a verb that means to move or cause to move from one place to another, or to change the emphasis, direction, or focus of something. It can be used in phrases like 'shift for oneself,' meaning to take care of oneself without help from others, and 'shift gears,' meaning to change one's approach or attitude.

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