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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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