shift
Example Sentences
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The emerging consensus was not to look away but rather to shift focus away from personalities and toward systems.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Dicker added that remote areas are benefiting from this shift because people "no longer need to be tied to cities for opportunity".
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
While Super Micro continues to be a leader in AI server technology, the federal indictments could shift some orders to Dell in the near term, said Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
But other reasons for the shift highlight real vulnerabilities should Rubio run.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
I would study her as she got ready in the hostel sometimes, just like I’d watch her finish out her work shift if I arrived for duty early.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.