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shifted

The correct spelling is shifted.

How to pronounce shifted

verb

Say it like: Shi-fte-d

The correct spelling is shifted. (sometimes figurative) To move from one place to another; to redistribute. For example: "We'll have to shift these boxes to the downtown office."

Usage Examples

We'll have to shift these boxes to the downtown office.

His political stance shifted daily.

We are shifting to America next month.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.(sometimes figurative) To move from one place to another; to redistribute.
  2. 2.To change in form or character; swap.
  3. 3.To change position.
  4. 4.To change residence; to leave and live elsewhere.
  5. 5.To change (clothes, especially underwear).

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