downshifted
/ˈdaʊnˌʃɪftɪd/
verb
- Changed to a lower gear in a vehicle, usually to slow down or gain power.
- He downshifted the truck as they approached the steep hill.
- The driver downshifted smoothly before the sharp curve.
- She downshifted to third gear to climb the mountain road.
- Reduced the level of activity, stress, or responsibility in one's life, often for a simpler lifestyle.
- They downshifted their careers to spend more time with family.
- After years of long hours, she downshifted to a part-time job.
- He downshifted from a high-pressure executive role to teaching.
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