switching

VERB

change, exchange

Synonyms

STRONGEST

convert divert replace shift swap turn veer

STRONG

deflect deviate interchange rearrange shunt sidetrack substitute trade turnabout

WEAK

change course turn aside

Antonyms

STRONGEST

keep maintain remain stay

Example Sentences

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Switching to drama — a decision supported by his parents, who wanted him to stay in school — he turned his academic career around.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

"Switching to electric stoves is a positive step towards cleaner cooking and better health."

From Science Daily • Dec. 3, 2025

Switching to X-Mode provides some additional all-wheel-drive response.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025

Switching from a 30- to 50-year 6% fixed-rate mortgage would increase the term by 67% but reduce monthly payments by only 12%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

Switching Leah’s and Nick’s genders is like the pinnacle of Dad-humor.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli