downshifting

[US]/[ˈdaʊnʃɪftɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈdaʊnʃɪftɪŋ]/
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Translation

v.To change to a lower gear.; In photography, to reduce the ISO setting.
n.The act of changing to a lower gear.; In photography, reducing the ISO setting.

Phrases & Collocations

downshifting career

downshifting lifestyle

downshifting gears

downshifting slowly

downshifting process

downshifting values

downshifting ambitions

downshifting now

downshifting expectations

downshifting pace

Example Sentences

the driver practiced downshifting before entering the hairpin turn.

downshifting can improve fuel efficiency in city driving.

he demonstrated the technique of smooth downshifting to the students.

aggressive downshifting can wear out the clutch faster.

downshifting into a lower gear provides more power for acceleration.

she carefully downshifted as she approached the stop sign.

the racing team emphasized the importance of precise downshifting.

downshifting on a steep hill helps maintain control of the vehicle.

he prefers manual transmissions for the ability to downshift easily.

downshifting is a crucial skill for safe mountain driving.

the engine roared as he downshifted into second gear.

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