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Definitions of downshift:
  • noun:   A change of direction or a movement downwards.
  • noun:   A reduction in quality or quantity.
  • noun:   A change in career or lifestyle to one which is not as well paid but less stressful and more personally rewarding.
  • noun:   (automotive, cycling) A shift of a transmission into a lower gear.
  • verb:   To reduce (something) in quality or quantity (as effect, scope, speed, etc.)
  • verb:   To change (one's career or lifestyle) to one which is not as well paid but less stressful and more personally rewarding.
  • verb:   (automotive, cycling) To shift (a car or bicycle) into a lower gear.
  • verb:   To function at a lower rate; to slacken.
  • verb:   To change one's career or lifestyle to one which is not as well paid but less stressful and more personally rewarding.
  • verb:   (automotive, cycling) To shift a transmission into a lower gear.

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