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shift

/ʃɪft/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does shift mean?

noun, verb

A change in position or direction, or a period of time when a worker replaces another. To move from one position to another, or to change from one activity to another.

Example

"The shift in the company's policy was announced last week. She will shift her focus to marketing next quarter."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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