Meanings
How to pronounce "shift gears":
AU
To change the gear by which motion is transmitted from a powered shaft to another shaft, especially in a motor vehicle.
To change pace or mode of operation.
Example Sentences
1
After studying mathematics in college, he decided to shift gears and pursue a career in music.
2
She was feeling overwhelmed with her job, so she decided to shift gears by taking a vacation.
3
The team was losing the game, so the coach decided to shift gears and make some substitutions.
4
After finishing her novel, she decided to shift gears and start writing poetry instead.
5
He had been working on the same project for months and needed to shift gears to stay motivated.
