Phrasal Verb - shifting along
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.Definition
- To move or cause something to move slowly and continuously, especially when this is unwelcome or difficult. 2. To adjust or modify something slightly to suit new circumstances or to make progress. 3. To gradually change or evolve, often imperceptibly.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | He shifted along in his seat, uncomfortable in the crowded bus. |
| 2 | I'll shift along and let you finish your conversation. |
| 3 | The company has been shifting its focus towards renewable energy. |
| 4 | The weather was gradually shifting along, bringing a change in the atmosphere. |
| 5 | The economy was shifting along, with new industries emerging and others declining. |
| 6 | She shifted along in the line, growing increasingly impatient. |
| 7 | The politician shifted his stance on the issue, in response to public pressure. |
| 8 | The team was shifting its strategy, in an attempt to counter the opposition. |
| 9 | The forest was shifting along, with the changing seasons. |
| 10 | The conversation shifted along, with each speaker contributing new ideas. |