switched

[swɪtʃt]

switched Definition

  • 1past tense and past participle of 'switch'
  • 2change the position, direction, or focus of something

Using switched: Examples

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

  • Example

    She switched the TV channel to watch her favorite show.

  • Example

    He switched his major from biology to chemistry.

  • Example

    I switched my phone to silent mode during the meeting.

switched Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with switched

  • activated or turned on

    Example

    The lights are switched on automatically when someone enters the room.

  • deactivated or turned off

    Example

    I always make sure to switch off the lights before leaving the house.

  • switch places

    exchange positions with someone

    Example

    The two friends decided to switch places in line so that one could get a better view of the stage.

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Summary: switched in Brief

The term 'switched' [swɪtʃt] is the past tense and past participle of 'switch,' which means to change the position, direction, or focus of something. It can refer to changing channels on a TV, changing one's major in college, or turning a phone to silent mode. Phrases like 'switched on' and 'switched off' denote activation and deactivation, respectively, while 'switch places' means to exchange positions with someone.

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