change gears
Example Sentences
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Recent price data suggest an easing of inflationary pressures and that could leave the central bank less likely to change gears and raise interest rates out of concern that the economy may slow further.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2023
Autumn is like an actor, someone who can handle people, walk into a room and navigate their way through a situation, knowing how to change gears and which tools to apply.
From New York Times • Apr. 15, 2022
"You can't change gears suddenly," says Mr Kamath.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2022
But Vanmoof’s latest bikes have fully automatic four-gear shifters, and until now, there was no way to change gears yourself.
From The Verge • Aug. 31, 2021
I didn’t know how they could change gears like this.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
