downshift
US /ˈdaʊn.ʃɪft/
UK /ˈdaʊn.ʃɪft/
1.
to change to a lower gear in a vehicle
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He had to downshift as he approached the steep hill.
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Remember to downshift before making a sharp turn.
2.
to reduce the amount of work or stress in one's life, often by changing to a less demanding job or lifestyle
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After years of high-pressure work, she decided to downshift and move to the countryside.
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Many people are choosing to downshift for a better work-life balance.