change the subject

phrase

: to start a new topic of conversation

I didn't want to talk about work, so I changed the subject.

Examples of change the subject in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As the implosion of Graham Platner in Maine stokes an intraparty debate over progressives’ campaign acumen, the left has sought to change the subject by digging in against data centers as energy-hungry behemoths that hurt communities. — David Weigel, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

The ones repackaging a chatbot as an agent will quickly change the subject to the model. — Robert J. Szczerba, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The president also took the opportunity to change the subject to the economy. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026

Collins pushed forward with her question even after the president tried to change the subject. — Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 5 Feb. 2026

Rhymes for change the subject

• affect
• aspect
• bedecked
• bisect
• collect
• connect
• correct
• deflect
• detect
• direct
• dissect
• effect