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(Entry 1 of 2)
1
to change the place or position of
- he shifted the vase closer to the wall so that it wouldn't get knocked over
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2
to change one's position
- she shifted uncomfortably in her seat throughout the interview
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3
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
- she watched the aurora in fascination as its colors shifted from green to blue
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4
to give up (something) and take something else in return
- my brother and I shifted seats just before takeoff so that he could sit by the window
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5
to meet one's day-to-day needs
- left the others to shift for themselves
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nounSynonyms & Antonyms of shift (Entry 2 of 2)
2
the act or an instance of changing position
- made a small shift to the left to make more room on the bench
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The first known use of shift was in the 13th century
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