drift away
Example Sentences
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Major bookstores are also embracing the trend as young people increasingly drift away from physical books.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
Without a stable point to settle, they drift away instead of forming a conductive bridge.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 7, 2026
The committee’s drift away from rate cuts has made delivering on the president’s expectations a thornier assignment for Warsh, who served as a Fed governor from 2006 to 2011.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 23, 2026
His partner in good intentions is Hakeem “I’m Ready” Jeffries, who doesn’t want to drift away.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2025
Archie watched Carter drift away, looking troubled and perplexed.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
