drift away

Example Sentences

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Major bookstores are also embracing the trend as young people increasingly drift away from physical books.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Without a stable point to settle, they drift away instead of forming a conductive bridge.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

The committee’s drift away from rate cuts has made delivering on the president’s expectations a thornier assignment for Warsh, who served as a Fed governor from 2006 to 2011.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

I thought I had seen England drift away from the kick-heavy style and strategy.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

As the swarm of people moves into the grand corridor with its flittering arrival and departure boards, no one notices that I slowly drift away from Mr. Talk-a-lot and the annoyed laptop lady.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi