shifted
Example Sentences
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While the speech began in standard ceremonial form, it repeatedly shifted into unscripted commentary about the cadets themselves, including their physical appearance and fitness.
From Salon • May 24, 2026
This year, I’ve been trying to lose weight—17 pounds down so far, I’m happy to say—and shifted to using a kanban board for my weekly meal plan.
From Slate • May 24, 2026
This coincides with the U.S. war effort in the Middle East, as all focus shifted to the other side of the world.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026
These included updated corrections to satellite measurements that had gradually shifted after 2015, improved methods for measuring land movement at coastal tide gauges, and more accurate estimates of ice loss from Greenland and Antarctica.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
Then she lifted her trunk and shifted forward suddenly, throwing Karli off balance.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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