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  • past participle of drift.
  • past tense form of drift.
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drifted



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Over time, he said, that image faded as the reality of life on the island drifted further from the Revolution's promises.

From Barron's Aug. 11, 2026

Smoke from the fire drifted across both sides of the Solent, prompting fire crews to urge people to keep doors and windows shut.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

Clouds drifted toward the sun as totality approached.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 10, 2026

It drifted all the way down to 40, which means that only $40 was being spent on puts for every $100 being spent on calls.

From MarketWatch Aug. 6, 2026

My eyes drifted to the woman, who wore a plain indigo tunic with knots, her graying hair drawn back in a tight bun.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu



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