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  • present participle of shift.

shifting



















ADJECTIVE
ranging
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Following Clarke's record-breaking spell, the demands on Pocognoli will be to deliver the same results as his predecessor, or better, while shifting the playing style and refreshing the squad.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

The governor's office said shifting winds had complicated firefighters' efforts but that "the defensive line protecting evacuated areas is holding".

From Barron's Aug. 16, 2026

The franchise fled further and further from coastal cultural centers, shifting from the “Real World” of New York City and Chicago to the air-conditioned enclaves of New Jersey and the suburbs of Washington, D.C.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

Tehran is doing just that, shifting its stance and shrinking the list of acceptable terms, befuddling American mediators in Geneva, Islamabad and Muscat.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

“Pay attention,” Jack repeated, shifting his weight from foot to foot in anticipation.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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