downshift
US /ˈdaʊn.ʃɪft/
UK /ˈdaʊn.ʃɪft/
动词
1.
降档
to change to a lower gear in a vehicle
示例:
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He had to downshift as he approached the steep hill.
他接近陡峭的山坡时不得不降档。
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Remember to downshift before making a sharp turn.
记住在急转弯前降档。
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2.
放慢生活节奏, 减压
to reduce the amount of work or stress in one's life, often by changing to a less demanding job or lifestyle
示例:
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After years of high-pressure work, she decided to downshift and move to the countryside.
在多年的高压工作后，她决定放慢生活节奏，搬到乡村。
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Many people are choosing to downshift for a better work-life balance.
许多人选择放慢生活节奏以获得更好的工作与生活平衡。
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